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Cable Preacher Curl

Primary
Biceps
Secondary
Forearms
Equipment
Cable
Level
beginner

Cable Preacher Curl demonstration

Cable Preacher Curl, starting position
Cable Preacher Curl, starting position
Cable Preacher Curl, finishing position
Cable Preacher Curl, finishing position

How to Perform

  1. 1Place a preacher bench about 2 feet in front of a pulley machine.
  2. 2Attach a straight bar to the low pulley.
  3. 3Sit at the preacher bench with your elbow and upper arms firmly on top of the bench pad and have someone hand you the bar from the low pulley.
  4. 4Grab the bar and fully extend your arms on top of the preacher bench pad. This will be your starting position.
  5. 5Now start pilling the weight up towards your shoulders and squeeze the biceps hard at the top of the movement. Exhale as you perform this motion. Also, hold for a second at the top.
  6. 6Now slowly lower the weight to the starting position.
  7. 7Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.

Video Tutorial

Tips & Common Mistakes

  • •Focus on controlled movements rather than speed or momentum
  • •Maintain proper breathing - exhale during the exertion phase
  • •Start with lighter weight to master the form before progressing
  • •This is a great exercise for beginners - focus on form over reps

Muscles Worked

Front
Back
BicepsForearms

Exercise Details

Category
Strength
Force
pull
Mechanic
isolation
Level
beginner

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Frequently Asked Questions

What muscles does Cable Preacher Curl work?

Cable Preacher Curl primarily targets the Biceps. It also works the Forearms as secondary muscles.

What equipment do I need for Cable Preacher Curl?

Cable Preacher Curl requires Cable.

Is Cable Preacher Curl suitable for beginners?

Yes, Cable Preacher Curl is suitable for beginners. It's classified as a beginner-level exercise.

Alternatives to Cable Preacher Curl

Substitute any of these when the equipment is taken or unavailable. They train the same primary muscles.