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Biceps ยท Elbow flexion

Bayesian Cable Curl

An isolation elbow flexion exercise for the biceps, done with a cable. It also works the forearms.

Cable Isolation Reps and weight Also called: behind the body cable curl, face away cable curl

Muscles worked

Primary

Biceps

Do most of the work.

Secondary

Forearms

Help during each rep.

  • BicepsFront of the upper armPrimary
  • ForearmsGrip and wristsSecondary

How to do it

  1. Set the cable. Put the pulley at the height the movement needs, attach the handle and pick a weight you can move under control.
  2. Elbows stay by the sides. No swinging the torso.
  3. Squeeze at the top, lower slowly to a straight arm.
  4. Keep the wrists neutral.
  5. Control every rep. Breathe out through the hardest part and stop the set when your form changes.

Common mistakes

  • Swinging the body. Use a weight you can lift with the trunk still.
  • Elbows travelling forward. Keep the elbows in place; the forearm moves, not the upper arm.
  • Skipping the bottom. Lower all the way to a straight arm before the next rep.

Cable busy? Try one of these

General guidance, not medical advice. If a movement hurts, stop and ask a qualified coach or physio.