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    Cable Drag Curl Exercise Guide

    Cable Drag Curl demonstration

    Exercise Profile

    Target
    Biceps Brachii
    Equipment
    Cable
    Body Part
    Upper Arms
    Primary Muscle
    Biceps Brachii
    Secondary Muscles
    Brachioradialis, Brachialis
    Intensity
    medium
    Category
    strength
    Skill Level
    intermediate
    Estimated Calories
    5
    Alternate Names
    Cable Bicep Curl

    How to: Cable Drag Curl

    1. Stand facing the cable machine with the handle attached to the low pulley.
    2. Grab the handle with an underhand grip and step back slightly, keeping tension in the cable.
    3. With your elbow close to your side, curl the handle toward your shoulder.
    4. Squeeze your biceps at the top of the movement, then slowly lower the handle back to the starting position.
    5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

    Common Mistakes

    • Failing to keep elbows stationary.
    • Using too much weight, which leads to poor form.
    • Rushing through the movement instead of maintaining control.

    Modifications

    • Use a lighter weight to maintain form.
    • Perform the exercise seated if standing causes discomfort.

    Tips

    • Keep your elbows close to your body to prevent swinging.
    • Focus on the contraction of your biceps at the top of the curl.
    • Perform the exercise in a controlled manner to avoid momentum.

    Cable Drag Curl Alternatives

    Cable Close Grip Curl

    Cable Close Grip Curl

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    Cable Concentration Curl

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    Cable Lying Bicep Curl

    Cable Lying Bicep Curl

    Body Part: Upper Arms

    Cable One Arm Curl

    Cable One Arm Curl

    Body Part: Upper Arms

    Tags

    biceps
    strength
    upper arms
    cable
    fitness
    weight training

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