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High Cable Curls

Primary
Biceps
Equipment
Cable
Level
intermediate

High Cable Curls demonstration

High Cable Curls, starting position
High Cable Curls, starting position
High Cable Curls, finishing position
High Cable Curls, finishing position

How to Perform

  1. 1Stand between a couple of high pulleys and grab a handle in each arm. Position your upper arms in a way that they are parallel to the floor with the palms of your hands facing you. This will be your starting position.
  2. 2Curl the handles towards you until they are next to your ears. Make sure that as you do so you flex your biceps and exhale. The upper arms should remain stationary and only the forearms should move. Hold for a second in the contracted position as you squeeze the biceps.
  3. 3Slowly bring back the arms to the starting position.
  4. 4Repeat 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
  • •As a compound movement, this exercise works multiple muscle groups efficiently

Muscles Worked

Front
Back
Biceps

Exercise Details

Category
Strength
Force
pull
Mechanic
compound
Level
intermediate

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Frequently Asked Questions

What muscles does High Cable Curls work?

High Cable Curls primarily targets the Biceps.

What equipment do I need for High Cable Curls?

High Cable Curls requires Cable.

Is High Cable Curls suitable for beginners?

High Cable Curls is classified as intermediate level. Beginners should master foundational movements first.

Alternatives to High Cable Curls

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