Cable One Arm Preacher Curl Exercise Guide
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
- One Arm Preacher Curl
How to: Cable One Arm Preacher Curl
- Adjust the cable to the low setting and select the desired weight.
- Sit on the preacher bench and grasp the handle with one arm.
- Keep your elbow on the bench and your upper arm perpendicular to the floor.
- Curl the weight upward while ensuring your upper arm stays in place.
- Squeeze your bicep at the top of the movement and then lower the weight slowly back to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Not fully extending the arm at the bottom of the movement.
- Allowing the elbow to move away from the bench.
- Using too much weight which leads to poor form.
Modifications
- Use a lighter weight to maintain form.
- Use a thicker preacher bench for more support.
Tips
- Keep your elbow firmly against the preacher bench for support.
- Control the weight during both the upward and downward movements.
- Focus on using your biceps to lift the weight rather than using momentum.
Cable One Arm Preacher Curl Alternatives
Tags
biceps
strength
curls
weightlifting
upper arms
intermediate