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One Arm Dumbbell Preacher Curl

Learn how to perform One Arm Dumbbell Preacher Curl, a Arms exercise, with setup, breathing and common mistakes.

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STEP 1

Setup

Place one upper arm on the preacher pad and hold the dumbbell. Keep your torso forward and use your free hand only for balance.

STEP 2

Start phase

Keep your upper arm on the pad and curl with your biceps. Match your elbow position carefully when working one side at a time.

STEP 3

End phase

Lower the dumbbell slowly so your biceps lengthen fully. Control the bottom without completely releasing tension.

STEP 4

Target muscles

Think of pulling the dumbbell up with one biceps. One-arm preacher curls are especially useful for correcting the weaker side.

STEP 5

Common mistakes

Twisting your torso or bending your wrist quickly reduces biceps engagement. Prioritize a fixed pad position and neutral wrist over weight.

STEP 6

Breathing

Exhale as you lift and inhale as you lower. Keep the breath continuous for a steadier descent.

STEP 7

Coach tip

Start with the weaker side and match its reps and speed on the stronger side. Pause for 1 second at the top for clearer biceps tension.

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