Cable Overhead Curl
By using cable this exercise isolates and defines the biceps (arm) muscles.
- Equipment
- Cable
- Muscle groups
- Arms
- Primary muscles
- Biceps
How to perform this exercise
- Attach a stirrup handle to each side of a high pulley on a cable machine.
- Grasp the handles with palms facing up and stand with your feet shoulder width apart.
- Extend your arms fully to each side.
- Keeping your elbows steady, curl your wrists towards the sides of your head.
- Contract your biceps and pause for a moment.
- Then return to the starting position.
Use a controlled range of motion and a load you can manage. Stop if a movement causes pain. Ask a qualified coach for help with unfamiliar exercises.
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