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Machine Preacher Curls

Machine Preacher Curls is a beginner isolation machine exercise that mainly works your biceps.

💪 Biceps🏋️ Machine📈 Beginner🔗 Isolation🎯 3 sets of 10-15 reps
Machine Preacher Curls: starting position
Starting position
Machine Preacher Curls: end position
End position

How to do the machine preacher curls

  1. Sit down on the Preacher Curl Machine and select the weight.
  2. Place the back of your upper arms (your triceps) on the preacher pad provided and grab the handles using an underhand grip (palms facing up). Tip: Make sure that when you place the arms on the pad you keep the elbows in. This will be your starting position.
  3. Now lift the handles as you exhale and you contract the biceps. At the top of the position make sure that you hold the contraction for a second. Tip: Only the forearms should move. The upper arms should remain stationary and on the pad at all times.
  4. Lower the handles slowly back to the starting position as you inhale.
  5. Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.

Muscles worked

Primary: Biceps

Sets and reps

Do 3 sets of 10-15 reps with 60-90 seconds of rest, using a weight you can control through the full range. Add reps first, then weight.

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Machine Preacher Curls alternatives

Exercises that train the same main muscle, including options with other equipment.

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FAQ

What muscles does the machine preacher curls work?

It mainly works your biceps.

How many sets and reps of machine preacher curls should I do?

Do 3 sets of 10-15 reps with 60-90 seconds of rest, using a weight you can control through the full range. Add reps first, then weight.

Is the machine preacher curls good for beginners?

Yes. It is a beginner-friendly movement: start light and focus on the form steps above.

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