Biceps · Dumbbell

Zottman Preacher Curl

Curl up like a biceps move, lower like a forearm killer.

Zottman Preacher Curl exercise demonstration
BicepsSecondary: ForearmsDumbbell

How to do it

  1. Sit at a preacher bench with the back of your arms on the pad, palms up.
  2. Curl the dumbbells all the way up and squeeze at the top.
  3. Rotate your wrists so your palms face down.
  4. Lower slowly with palms down, then rotate back to palms up at the bottom.

The one cue that matters

Own the negative with palms down, that lowering phase is the whole point.

Muscles worked

The Zottman Preacher Curl is a Biceps-first movement, with Forearms working as the supporting cast. Track it consistently and you'll see exactly how it feeds your biceps volume for the week.

FAQ

What muscles does the Zottman Preacher Curl work?

The Zottman Preacher Curl primarily works the Biceps with Forearms assisting.

How heavy should I go?

Pick a weight where you finish each set with 1 to 2 clean reps left in the tank. Own the top of your rep range before adding weight.

How many sets and reps of Zottman Preacher Curl?

For most lifters 3 to 4 working sets. Pick the rep range that fits your goal and progress the load when the top of the range feels owned.

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