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Single Dumbbell Preacher Curl

Unilateral version allows each arm to train independently for balanced development

ArmsBeginnerStrengthCurl

At a glance

Muscles workedPrimary: Biceps. Secondary: Brachialis
Muscle groupArms
DifficultyBeginner
TypeStrength · Curl
Sets & reps3 sets × 12 reps
Estimated calories burned~60 kcal

How to do it

  1. Sit with your arms on a preacher curl device, grab a single dumbbell and lower the weight all the way down and bring it all the way up with both hands

Equipment

Coaching tips

Benefits

Unilateral version allows each arm to train independently for balanced development

Common mistakes

Twisting upper body to compensate; losing pad contact

Make it harder

Add pause at peak; increase dumbbell weight

Make it easier

Reduce weight; use barbell preacher

Breathing

Exhale on contraction, inhale on release

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