About this exercise
The preacher curl on a Scott bench isolates the biceps by supporting the upper arm against the angled pad, preventing swinging and emphasizing the lower part of the muscle.
Scott bench dumbbell curl
Step by step instructions, muscle activation and variants for the Scott bench dumbbell curl .
MediumBiceps
How to Perform
- Sit at the Scott bench and rest the back of your upper arm flat against the pad
- Hold a dumbbell with an underhand grip and your arm extended
- Keep your shoulder down and your chest against the top of the pad
- Curl the dumbbell upward toward your shoulder by bending at the elbow
- Squeeze your biceps at the top of the movement
- Lower the dumbbell slowly until your arm is fully extended, then repeat before switching arms
Muscle Activation
Primary
Biceps
Common Mistakes
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About the Scott bench dumbbell curl
The Scott bench dumbbell curl is a foundational movement that builds strength and muscle through controlled, progressive overload. Train it 1 to 2 times per week with 3 to 5 working sets per session, gradually adding weight or reps as form holds up.