Biceps · Cable · Beginner

How to do Cable One Arm Curl

The cable one arm curl is an isolation exercise targeting the biceps using a cable machine. It allows for constant tension throughout the movement, making it effective for muscle growth and strength development in the biceps and forearms.

Cable One Arm Curl demonstration
Primary muscle
Biceps
Also works
Forearms
Equipment
Cable
Level
Beginner
Category
Biceps

How to do Cable One Arm Curl, step by step

  1. Stand facing the cable machine with your feet shoulder-width apart.
  2. Grasp the cable handle with an underhand grip, palm facing up.
  3. Keep your elbow close to your side and slowly curl your forearm up towards your shoulder.
  4. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your forearm back down to the starting position.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles worked

Cable One Arm Curl works your biceps as the main mover, with help from your forearms.

Variations

Cable One Arm Curl is a variation of Cable Curl.

Track Cable One Arm Curl in SPLYT

Cable One Arm Curl is already in SPLYT’s exercise library. Log your sets, reps and weight on iPhone or Apple Watch, with last time’s weights already filled in.

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