Close Grip Forearm Preacher Curl
Close grip on preacher shifts emphasis from biceps to forearm flexors
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At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: Forearms, Brachioradialis. Secondary: Brachialis |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Arms |
| Difficulty | Beginner |
| Type | Strength · Curl |
| Sets & reps | 3 sets × 15 reps |
| Estimated calories burned | ~60 kcal |
How to do it
- Sit with your arms on a preacher curl device, grab an EZ bar with a close grip underhand grip and lower the weight all the way down and bring it all the way up
Equipment
- preacher Curl optional
Coaching tips
Benefits
Close grip on preacher shifts emphasis from biceps to forearm flexors
Common mistakes
Lifting shoulders off pad; rushing reps
Make it harder
Increase resistance; slow eccentric
Make it easier
Reduce weight; wider grip
Breathing
Exhale on contraction, inhale on release
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