Preacher Curl (Machine) demonstration

Preacher Curl (Machine)

Learn how to do the Preacher Curl (Machine) with proper form, setup, and execution.

This leverage machine movement primarily targets biceps, including long head, short head.

How to Perform Preacher Curl (Machine)

  1. 1

    Add the appropriate amount of weight and sit on the preacher curl machine.

  2. 2

    Place your upper arms on the pad and grab the handles with an underhand grip.

  3. 3

    Engage your abs and take a breath.

  4. 4

    Curl the handles up toward your shoulders, squeezing your biceps at the top and exhale.

  5. 5

    Slowly lower back to the starting position and breathe in.

  6. 6

    Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Training Guidelines

The targets below are general guidelines. Adjust volume and intensity based on your experience, recovery, and goals. If you track effort, aim for most working sets around RPE 7–9.

GoalSetsRepsRest
Strength3-54-62-3 min
Muscle Growth3-48-1260-90 sec
Endurance2-315-2030-60 sec
Beginner2-310-1560-90 sec

Want to pair movements efficiently? Try grouping them as supersets.

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