How to perform Cable Lying Bicep Curl with proper form
Setup
- Cable Machine: Attach a straight bar or rope handle to the low pulley of a cable machine.
- Bench Position: Position a flat bench parallel to the cable machine, ensuring easy access to the handle.
Execution
- Lie Down: Lay on your back on the bench with your head closest to the cable machine.
- Grip: Reach for the handle and grasp it with an underhand grip (palms facing up).
- Arm Position: Extend your arms fully, keeping your elbows close to your torso and resting against the bench.
- Curl Movement: Engage your biceps and curl the handle towards your shoulders.
- Controlled Motion: Keep your elbows stationary; only your forearms should move.
- Peak Contraction: Squeeze the biceps at the top of the movement for a second.
- Lowering Phase: Slowly lower the handle back to the starting position, fully extending your arms without locking your elbows.
Tips
- Maintain a neutral spine throughout the exercise.
- Avoid swinging your body; keep the movement controlled.
- Adjust the cable’s height and weight according to your comfort and strength level.
Safety
- Ensure the cable is securely attached before beginning.
- Start with a lighter weight to master the form before increasing resistance.
Exercises
Ab Wheel, Bodyweight
Type: Core
Target: Abs
Synergist: Hamstrings, Quadriceps, Shoulders, Back, Chest
Arnold Press, Dumbbell
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Shoulders
Synergist: Chest, Triceps
Arnold Press, Kettlebell
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Shoulders
Synergist: Chest, Triceps
Around The World, Dumbbell
Type: Core
Target: Shoulders, Chest
Synergist: Back
Back Extension, Bodyweight
Type: Lower, Core
Target: Back
Synergist: Glutes, Hamstrings
Back Extension, Leverage Machine
Type: Lower, Core
Target: Back
Synergist: Glutes, Hamstrings
Ball Slams, Medicine Ball
Type: Core, Upper
Target: Shoulders, Back
Synergist: Chest, Abs
Battle Ropes, Bodyweight
Type: Upper, Core
Target: Shoulders
Synergist: Biceps, Forearms, Back
Behind The Neck Press, Barbell
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Shoulders
Synergist: Triceps
Behind The Neck Press, Smith Machine
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Shoulders
Synergist: Triceps
Behind The Neck Press, Band
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Shoulders
Synergist: Triceps
Bench Dip, Bodyweight
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Triceps
Synergist: Shoulders, Back, Chest
Bench Press, Barbell
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Chest
Synergist: Shoulders, Triceps
Bench Press, Cable
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Chest
Synergist: Shoulders, Triceps
Bench Press, Dumbbell
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Chest
Synergist: Shoulders, Triceps
Bench Press, Smith Machine
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Chest
Synergist: Shoulders, Triceps
Bench Press, Band
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Chest
Synergist: Shoulders, Triceps
Bench Press, Kettlebell
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Chest
Synergist: Shoulders, Triceps
Bench Press Close Grip, Barbell
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Triceps
Synergist: Shoulders, Chest
Bench Press Close Grip, Smith Machine
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Triceps
Synergist: Shoulders, Chest