Preacher Curls

These strengthen the biceps - the front of your upper arm. Over time with this exercise, your arms will not get so tired doing every day tasks like brushing your teeth, carrying things, cooking, or doing dishes.   I personally suggest doing dumbbell curls, which work a lot of smaller muscles as well, but if you need a change of pace, try these.   Attach the preacher curl pad to your weight bench. Pick up the desired dumbbell and with it in your hand, straddle the bench as shown in the photo. Rest the back of your upper arm on the pad as shown.

Slowly raise the dumbbell in a natural arc. Keep your arm on the preacher curl attachment at all times.

Curl the dumbbell until your bicep is completely flexed. It's easy to hit yourself in the face doing these, so watch it. Lower the weight slowly to starting position to finish the rep.

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