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Cable Biceps Curl

A accessory isolation movement for biceps.

Equipment

cables

Typical range

8–25 reps

Also trains

No secondary emphasis listed

Set up

Hold a low cable attachment with arms long and torso upright.

Execute

Curl while the upper arms stay near the sides, then lower under tension.

Complete the final repetition with the same controlled path, then return the load safely.

Coaching cues

• Keep elbows quiet.
• Use a repeatable range.

Common mistakes

• Leaning backward or allowing wrists to fold.
• Adding load after position or control is lost.

Modify or stop when relevant discomfort is reported. Educational content does not diagnose injury.