Dumbbell Standing Preacher Curl

Dumbbell Standing Preacher Curl demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Stand upright holding a dumbbell in one hand, arm fully extended, and palm facing forward
  • 2Slowly curl the dumbbell upwards as far as possible
  • 3Squeeze your biceps at the top
  • 4Slowly lower the dumbbell back to the starting position
  • 5Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch arms

Tips:

  • Keep your elbow stationary during the movement
  • Avoid using your back or shoulder to lift the weight
  • Control the weight on the way down to fully engage the brachialis
  • Do not fully extend your arm at the bottom, keep a slight bend in the elbow to maintain tension on the muscle

Dumbbell Standing Preacher Curl Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs