Vertical-arm preacher curl

Dumbbells, preacher bench

Also called vertical preacher curl

Vertical-arm preacher curl, start positionVertical-arm preacher curl, end position
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Set a preacher bench steep so the upper arms sit close to vertical. Curl the dumbbells up and lower them slowly.

  1. Upper arms near vertical
  2. Lower to a full stretch
  3. Elbows stay on the pad

Movement

Pattern
Elbow flexion
Type
Isolation, one joint moves
Sides
Both sides together
Equipment
Bench, Dumbbells

Muscles worked

Main movers get full credit for a set, helpers half.

Upper body

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  • Muscle growth higher is better2.0

    Below average; better options exist for every goal. 1 source.