Biceps exercise
Zottman Preacher Curl
Preacher curl where the dumbbells go up with an underhand grip and down with an overhand grip, for biceps and forearms.
- Primary muscleBiceps
- Also worksForearms
- EquipmentDumbbells and bench
- TypeIsolation
- LevelBeginner
- Biceps
- Forearms
- Dumbbells and bench
How to do the Zottman Preacher Curl
4 steps, in the order you do them.
- Adjust the preacher bench and rest your arms and chest on the pad, with a dumbbell in each hand and your palms facing up.
- Curl the dumbbells toward your shoulders without lifting your arms off the pad.
- At the top, rotate your wrists so your palms face down.
- Lower slowly with an overhand grip until your arms are extended, then rotate your palms back up.
Muscles worked
Alternatives to the Zottman Preacher Curl
They work the biceps with other equipment, including options for training at home.
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Frequently asked questions
What muscles does the Zottman Preacher Curl work?
The Zottman Preacher Curl works mainly the biceps. It also works the forearms.