How to Do Dumbbell Zottman Preacher Curl

Dumbbell Zottman Preacher Curl is a biceps exercise using dumbbell, listed as intermediate in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

Primary muscle

Biceps

Equipment

Dumbbell

Difficulty

Intermediate

01 / Move with control

How to perform

How to do Dumbbell Zottman Preacher Curl

  1. 01Sit at a preacher bench and rest the back of the arms against the padding while holding dumbbells with palms up.
  2. 02Curl the dumbbells toward the shoulders until the biceps are fully contracted.
  3. 03Rotate the wrists at the top of the movement until the palms are facing forward.
  4. 04Lower the dumbbells slowly in the overhand position until the arms are fully extended.
  5. 05Flip the palms back to the upward position before starting the next repetition.

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02 / Anatomy

Muscles worked by Dumbbell Zottman Preacher Curl

Primary Stabiliser Inactive

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Primary movers

  • Biceps Bends the elbow and curls weight toward the shoulder.

Stabilisers

  • Core Stabilises the spine and transfers force.
  • Lower back Stabilises the spine during lifts and bends.
  • Forearms Grips and stabilises the wrist under load.

03 / A90 Coach

A90 Coach tip

Ensure the palms are fully facing the floor during the descent to maximize recruitment of the brachioradialis and forearm muscles.

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05 / FAQ

Dumbbell Zottman Preacher Curl questions

What muscles does Dumbbell Zottman Preacher Curl work?

Dumbbell Zottman Preacher Curl is catalogued as a biceps exercise in A90 Training Club, with the biceps as its primary muscle group.

How do you do Dumbbell Zottman Preacher Curl correctly?

Sit at a preacher bench and rest the back of the arms against the padding while holding dumbbells with palms up. Curl the dumbbells toward the shoulders until the biceps are fully contracted. Rotate the wrists at the top of the movement until the palms are facing forward. Lower the dumbbells slowly in the overhand position until the arms are fully extended. Flip the palms back to the upward position before starting the next repetition.

What is the A90 coach tip for Dumbbell Zottman Preacher Curl?

Ensure the palms are fully facing the floor during the descent to maximize recruitment of the brachioradialis and forearm muscles.

Is Dumbbell Zottman Preacher Curl suitable for beginners?

Dumbbell Zottman Preacher Curl is rated intermediate in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

What equipment do you need for Dumbbell Zottman Preacher Curl?

Dumbbell Zottman Preacher Curl uses dumbbell.

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