Cable Lying Bicep Curl
Step by step
How to perform
- Grasp the bar with an underhand grip (palms facing upward) and ensure your hands are shoulder-width apart.
- With your arms fully extended and close to your body, curl the bar towards your chest while keeping your elbows stationary.
- Hold the position for a moment at the top of the curl, squeezing your biceps.
- Slowly return the bar to the starting position, ensuring you fully extend your arms and feel a stretch in your biceps. Repeat the exercise for the desired number of repetitions.
Overview
About this exercise
The Cable Lying Bicep Curl is an effective exercise that targets and strengthens the bicep muscles, while also engaging the forearms and shoulders. It's suitable for individuals at any fitness level, including those looking to build muscle mass or improve upper body strength. People might opt for this workout because it offers a unique angle of resistance compared to traditional curls, potentially leading to improved muscle growth and definition.
Coaching cues
Form tips
Hold the cable bar with an underhand grip (palms facing upward) and your hands shoulder-width apart. Your elbows should be close to your torso and your arms fully extended. Avoid the common mistake of flaring out your elbows or moving them during the exercise; this can reduce the effectiveness of the workout and potentially cause injury.
Curl the weights while keeping the upper arms stationary, continue the movement until your biceps are fully contracted and the bar is at shoulder level. Hold the contracted position for a moment as you squeeze your biceps. Remember to breathe in during this part. A common mistake