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How to do Reverse Preacher Curl (Machine)

The lever reverse grip preacher curl is an isolation exercise targeting the biceps, performed on a leverage machine with an underhand grip. It emphasizes the biceps and also engages the forearms, using the preacher pad to stabilize the upper arms and minimize cheating.

Reverse Preacher Curl (Machine) demonstration
Primary muscle
Biceps
Also works
Forearms
Level
Beginner
Category
Biceps

How to do Reverse Preacher Curl (Machine), step by step

  1. Adjust the seat height and position yourself on the leverage machine.
  2. Grasp the handles with an underhand grip, palms facing up.
  3. Rest your upper arms on the preacher pad, ensuring your elbows are fully extended.
  4. Keeping your upper arms stationary, exhale and curl the handles towards your shoulders.
  5. Pause for a moment at the top of the movement, squeezing your biceps.
  6. Inhale and slowly lower the handles back to the starting position, fully extending your elbows.
  7. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles worked

Reverse Preacher Curl (Machine) works your biceps as the main mover, with help from your forearms.

Track Reverse Preacher Curl (Machine) in SPLYT

Reverse Preacher Curl (Machine) is already in SPLYT’s exercise library. Log your sets, reps and weight on iPhone or Apple Watch, with last time’s weights already filled in.

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