Cable Pulldown Bicep 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
- Cable Bicep Curl
How to: Cable Pulldown Bicep Curl
- Stand facing the cable machine with feet shoulder-width apart.
- Attach the handle to the cable at the lowest setting.
- Grip the handle with an underhand grip and pull it towards your shoulders, keeping your elbows close to your body.
- Lower the handle back to the starting position in a controlled manner.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Swinging the weights instead of using muscle control.
- Allowing the elbows to flare out.
Modifications
- Use lighter weights if unable to perform with proper form.
- Perform seated to reduce strain on the back.
Tips
- Keep your elbows close to your body during the curl.
- Control both the lifting and lowering phases of the exercise.
- Use moderate weight to ensure proper form.
Cable Pulldown Bicep Curl Alternatives
Tags
biceps
strength
cable
upper arms
curl
fitness