Step by step instructions, muscle activation and variants for the Lever Preacher Curl (Iso-Lateral).
The plate-loaded lever preacher curl uses a dedicated preacher curl machine with weight plates to isolate the biceps. The angled preacher pad locks the upper arms in place, eliminating momentum and cheating, which places intense focus on the biceps throughout the full range of motion.
The Lever Preacher Curl (Iso-Lateral) 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.
