Beginner exercise
Standing One-Arm Cable Curl
Also called SA Cable Curl, Single-Arm Cable Curl
Technique
How to perform Standing One-Arm Cable Curl
- Attach a D-handle to a low pulley and stand facing the cable station.
- Hold the handle with one palm facing forward and your upper arm resting beside your torso; rest the other hand at your waist.
- Keep your torso and upper arm still as you bend the elbow and curl the handle toward your shoulder.
- Lower the handle under control until your arm is nearly straight without letting the cable pull your shoulder forward.
- Complete the repetitions, then switch hands.
Programming relevance
Muscles involved
Primary targets: Biceps Brachii Long Head, Biceps Brachii Short Head.
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