The Larry Scott Bench is an effective tool for developing and shaping the biceps brachii. Created by a professional bodybuilder and 2-time competition champion Mr. Olympia, the bench has become widespread not only among men, but also working out in the gym girls and women.
The design and purpose of the Scott bench
Scott's bicep bench is a structure made of steel or composite profiled tube, support platform and seat:
- The frame of the Larry Scott simulator is made of a shaped tube. Its cross section and shape may differ depending on the product model. The design consists of two main parts. The first and foremost is the inclined plane. A support pillow for the arms is attached to it. Depending on the equipment manufacturer, this can be two vertical posts extending from the floor to the top of the machine, or a short, small rectangular frame that extends to the middle of its full height. Regardless of the appearance of the structure, this element of the Scott simulator serves to give rigidity to the equipment, and to fasten the support racks for the bar. The second part of the bicep machine is used to attach the seat. There are varieties of the Scott bench in which the curls of the arms are carried out from a standing position. In this case, this part of the structure is missing.
- The support platform is designed as an inclined surface... To increase the level of comfort and reduce injuries when lifting the bar for biceps using a Scott machine, this part of the simulator is covered with a thin layer of soft foam rubber. The filler protects against mechanical damage by wear-resistant synthetic leather.
- The seat of the simulator can be of various shapes... In inexpensive models of equipment, it is made in the form of a rectangular bench oriented along the axis of the simulator. Higher quality products are equipped with an anatomically shaped seat.
The L. Scott bench can have a number of adjustments. Depending on the model, the following adjustments can be made: the height of the bench and the support plane, the angle of inclination of the support surface and the height of the bar.
Benefits of Scott Bench Workout
Doing a biceps curl using the Larry Scott bench allows you to isolate the biceps muscle throughout the entire barbell movement. The stable position of the elbows on the support cushion of the simulator makes it possible to load each bundle of shoulder muscles isometrically.
Rigid fixation of the body on the bench and the inclined plane of the simulator excludes the possibility of cheating. While maintaining the correct position, during the execution of the movement, the practitioner has no opportunity to involve the forces of inertia in the work.
This, at the same time, reduces the risk of injury to the muscles of the stabilizers of the body (lower back and upper back) and provides the ability to raise and lower the bar along the longest and safest trajectory.
Performing a biceps curl in the L.Scott allows you to completely relieve the muscles of the back and legs... This is especially important for girls who combine arm workouts with lower body exercises. When flexing on the Scott bench, it becomes possible to reduce the amount of weights without significant damage to the final result.
Working with less weight further reduces the likelihood of an increase in upper limb volume in girls. At the same time, more intensive involvement of the brachioradialis muscle and the long head of the biceps in the work helps to burn subcutaneous fat and give the shoulder muscles a clear outline.
Who suits
Scott's bench for biceps is suitable for girls and women who set themselves the task of strengthening the muscles of the arms... Barbell Curl, when combined with the right diet, can help burn fat in the human body.
The use of the Larry Scott simulator in your training is allowed only after consulting a doctor. For girls taking medications that affect the functioning of the cardiovascular system, cholesterol levels and blood pressure, a specialist consultation is required before starting resistance exercises.
Scott's biceps bench is suitable for women of all ages. However, persons who have reached the age of thirty-five should consult with their doctor before starting classes.
What does force bending of the arms give
Powerful curls on the Scott bench for girls are able to tone the biceps without significantly increasing the volume of the arms. This exercise is suitable for girls practicing in the gym with poorly expressed muscles of the front surface of the shoulder. When doing curls on the Scott bench, it becomes possible to form the peak of the biceps.
Laxity of the skin on the upper shoulder appears in middle-aged and older women. Exercising the triceps muscle (triceps) may not always help solve the problem. In this case, a combined approach should be used when training this part of the body.
Alternating extensions on the block with lifting the bar for biceps in a Scott machine makes it possible to get rid of the problem in a short time and give elasticity to the skin of the hands
What muscles work
Flexion of the arms on the Scott bench does not differ anatomically from the analogous movement with a barbell from a standing position. In the process of its implementation, the same muscle groups are involved as in classical biceps flexion.
| Name | Features: | Functions |
| Biceps brachialis muscle - the main target muscle group | Combines 2 bundles of muscle fibers. The long one originates from the tubercle of the scapula, which is located above the joint itself. The tendon to which the biceps is attached penetrates the shoulder joint and sits in the hollow of the humerus. A short bundle of muscles with one edge is fixed to the coracoid process of the scapula. Both heads join at the humerus and join the tubercle on the radius. A flat muscle bundle leaves the tendon at the lower attachment point, which is woven into the muscles of the forearm. | Based on the peculiarities of the muscle attachment, its main function becomes obvious - flexion of the shoulder and forearm. |
| The brachialis muscle or brachialis is the second most important muscle of the shoulder. | The brachialis is located under the biceps brachii. With its upper edge, it is attached to the outer surface of the humerus. At the lowest point, it joins the tuberosity on the ulna. | The brachialis performs functions similar to those of the biceps. Helps to flex the arm at the elbow joint. But also when bending the arm, it brings the forearm closer to the shoulder, pulling the articular bag of the elbow back. |
| The brachioradialis muscle is the lateral muscle of the forearm. | It originates from the lateral edge of the humerus and between the muscular septum of the shoulder. The lower edge is attached to the inner surface of the radius. At a short distance from the spinous process. | The brachioradialis muscle helps in flexing the arm at the elbow joint. When the upper limb is in a relaxed position, it fixes the hand in an intermediate state between pronation and supination (the thumb looks forward). |
Projectiles and types of grip
The Scott Bicep Bench is used to perform arm curls:
- With a straight bar. Depending on the position of the hands on the bar, all muscles involved in the exercise are involved in the work with varying degrees of intensity. With the wide setting of the palms on the bar, the main load is shifted to the inner part of the biceps. The short head of the biceps gets the maximum possible stretch. With a narrow setting of the arms, the emphasis of the load moves towards the external or long bundle of the biceps muscle. It is he who is responsible for the formation of an expressive peak. Performing this exercise option is not able to stimulate an increase in the volume of the girls' arms. Due to the peculiarities of the hormonal background of the female body, significant hypertrophy of the muscles of the upper body in women is impossible. A neutral to medium barbell curl when doing Scott Bench curls evenly engages both biceps heads. Despite the wide range of applications, the straight bar is rarely used when performing this exercise. This is due to the fact that the position of the hands in one line can create discomfort when moving downward. Rigidly fixed elbows are forced to turn, going outward. This can cause pain.
- EZ bar is a curved neck. The shape resembles the letter W of the English alphabet. Each face of the neck is located at a certain angle to the previous one, but together they are in the same plane. This design allows you to get rid of the problem of excessive turn of the elbows when extending the arms on the Scott bench. There are 3 main options for placing the hands on the EZ neck. These are similar to the hand positioning options for the straight barbell exercise. However, the use of a curved sports equipment makes it possible to more intensively involve the brachialis and brachioradialis muscle in the work. This happens due to the rotation of the brush. Depending on the width of the grip and the variety of the bar, this can be from partial supination to an intermediate state between supination and pronation of the forearm. As a result, the load can shift from the long head of the biceps to the brachialis muscle.
- Dumbbells are the best option for training biceps on the Scott bench for girls. They allow you to choose a comfortable weight and, without changing the sports equipment, combine exercise options. At the same time, the load on the joint is reduced, and the biceps curls acquire the safest form.
Above are the options for doing exercises on the Cattle bench with a straight grip. That is, the hands clasp the bar of the bar from below, and the palms look towards the student. However, bench curls can also be performed with a reverse grip. In this case, the brachialis is included in the work, and the biceps performs an auxiliary function.
This feature of training must be taken into account by girls with thin disproportionate arms. The development of the shoulder muscle will solve this problem.
Technique for performing exercises for biceps
The technique for performing the curls on the Larry Scott bench does not depend on the type of weight used. The general guidelines remain the same whether the girl is using a bar or a straight barbell in her EZ workout.
There are a number of nuances to consider when doing the exercises:
- Initial position.Position yourself on the simulator so that your feet are firmly on the floor and the bar is at a comfortable height. This is necessary for comfortable removal of the sports equipment from the racks.
- It is necessary to grip the bar with both hands with a straight (palms facing up) or reverse grip. Raise the barbell and place your elbows on the supporting surface. To remove the bar from the racks, it makes sense to involve an assistant. It will also be needed to return the barbell back.
- In the starting position, the arms are slightly bent at the elbows. To extend the upper limbs at the lowest point of the trajectory completely is a gross technical mistake. This can lead to damage and even serious injury to the elbow joint. The brushes should be firmly fixed to the neck. The thumbs are connected to the index fingers and form a kind of lock.
- Flexion of the arms is carried out on exhalation. This allows you to relieve the cardiovascular system and develop maximum effort.
- At the end point of the trajectory, the headstock should not intersect a plane perpendicular to the floor and passing through the elbows of the girl involved. In the biceps, and the rest of the muscles involved in the exercise, constant tension must be maintained. Upon reaching the top point of the trajectory, it is recommended to additionally strain the biceps muscle isometrically.
- After that, taking a slow breath, you should return the bar to its original position
Medium grip straight bar curls
During the exercise with a straight bar, close attention should be paid to the condition of the elbow joints. The shape of a sports equipment is not capable of providing the anatomically correct position of this part of the body. To increase the level of safety, girls should additionally restrict the trajectory of movement and not bring the barbell at the lowest point to its original position.
EZ Narrow Grip Curl
The Scott Bicep Bench is associated with the EZ bar. It is comfortable and relatively safe to exercise with this sports equipment. The technique for performing the movement is completely identical to that described earlier in the article. It is worth noting that the greatest effect can be achieved by alternating curved rods of various shapes.
Dumbbell Curl
Dumbbell curls are more suitable for girls. These biceps curls can be performed alternately with each hand. When performing this type of exercise, less weight is used.
Movement in the elbow joint is not limited by the shape of the bar, and during training, small muscles are involved that are not involved in bending the arms with the barbell.
Recommendations and warnings for girls
The main recommendation is strict adherence to the requirements of the rules of the exercise technique. Do not use too much weights. This will not bring the student closer to the final goal. Also, before starting a workout in the gym, you should take time to warm up.
The Larry Scott bench relieves stress on the back and legs, but puts the elbow joints and hands at additional risk. Therefore, articular exercises should be performed before starting athletic biceps training.
Particular attention must be paid to the upper body. Warming up accelerates blood circulation throughout the body. This promotes better supply of nutrients and energy to the muscles.
Warm-up exercises:
- Side bends... It is necessary to raise one hand up, and lower the other along the body. Tilts are carried out towards the lowered limb. In this case, you should pull the raised arm as far forward as possible, feeling the stretch from the side of the same name. After 3-5 repetitions, change hands.
- Swing movements in the shoulder joint... It is necessary to make smooth lifts of the upper limbs alternately. Rotational arm rotations can be added to this movement.
- Flexion and rotation in the elbow joint... Additionally, you need to add rotation with brushes.
- Tilts the body forward until the palms touch the floor... The exercise is performed without sudden movements.
Incorporating Scott's Bench Into Your Workout Program
The Scott Biceps Bench can serve as both a primary exercise and a complementary exercise. It is able to fully satisfy all the needs of a girl regarding the training of arm muscles. However, to achieve better athletic performance, this movement should be combined with a barbell or dumbbell bench press or triceps extension.
The Scott Bench Curl is an effective exercise for creating an isolated load in the bicep.
The bench equipped with a soft inclined shelf is widely used in gyms and fitness centers, which means it is easily accessible for use. Its design features provide a secure shoulder and body position. This allows the trainee to concentrate on training the biceps brachii.
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