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Cable Curl demonstration

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Strength / Cable

Cable Curl

A bicep curl using cable resistance for constant tension.

Equipment

Cable

Experience

beginner

Movement

isolation

Primary musclesSecondary muscles

Brachialis

Instructions

  1. 01

    Stand facing a low cable pulley with a straight bar or EZ-bar attachment.

  2. 02

    Grip the bar with an underhand grip, elbows at your sides.

  3. 03

    Curl the bar up toward your shoulders.

  4. 04

    Lower with control.

  5. 05

    Repeat.

Choose a load and range you can control. These instructions are general guidance, not a substitute for individual coaching.