Cable exercise

Bicep Curl (Cable) form, muscles worked, and workout tracking

The cable bicep curl targets the biceps brachii by providing constant tension throughout the entire range of motion. It is commonly used as an isolation movement to build muscle hypertrophy and improve arm definition, offering a smoother resistance profile than traditional free weights.

Bicep Curl (Cable) illustration

How to do Bicep Curl (Cable)

  1. 1Attach a straight or EZ-bar to the low pulley and stand facing the machine with feet shoulder-width apart.
  2. 2Grasp the bar with an underhand grip, keeping elbows tucked close to your torso.
  3. 3Exhale and curl the bar upward toward your shoulders, focusing on squeezing the biceps at the top.
  4. 4Inhale and lower the bar back to the starting position in a slow, controlled motion.
  5. 5Maintain a rigid torso throughout the movement, avoiding any swinging or momentum.

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