Cable Lying Regular grip Curl Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Biceps Brachii
- Equipment
- Cable
- Body Part
- Upper Arms
- Primary Muscle
- Biceps Brachii
- Secondary Muscles
- Brachialis, Brachioradialis
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Cable Bicep Curl, Lying Cable Curl
How to: Cable Lying Regular grip Curl
- Lie on a flat bench facing down with the cable pulley system above your head.
- Grip the cable handle with a regular grip and keep your elbows tucked into your sides.
- Curl the cable towards your face while squeezing the biceps.
- Slowly lower the handle back to the starting position and repeat.
Common Mistakes
- Pulling on the cable instead of using muscle force.
- Letting elbows move away from the body.
- Rushing through the reps
Modifications
- Use a lighter weight to practice the movement.
- Perform seated to limit overall body movement.
Tips
- Keep your elbows close to your body throughout the movement.
- Avoid using momentum to lift the weight; focus on a controlled motion.
- Adjust the cable height according to your comfort for optimal performance.
Cable Lying Regular grip Curl Alternatives
Tags
biceps
arm strength
cable exercise
upper arms
strength training
fitness