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How to do Preacher Curl (Cable)

The cable preacher curl is an isolation exercise targeting the biceps using a cable machine and a preacher curl pad. It emphasizes strict form and constant tension on the biceps throughout the movement.

Preacher Curl (Cable) demonstration
Primary muscle
Biceps
Also works
Forearms
Equipment
Cable
Level
Beginner
Category
Biceps

How to do Preacher Curl (Cable), step by step

  1. Adjust the cable machine so that the preacher curl pad is at chest height.
  2. Sit on the preacher curl bench and place your upper arms on the pad, gripping the cable attachment with an underhand grip.
  3. Keep your back straight and your elbows tucked in at your sides.
  4. Slowly curl the cable attachment up towards your shoulders, squeezing your biceps at the top of the movement.
  5. Pause for a moment, then slowly lower the cable attachment back down to the starting position.
  6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles worked

Preacher Curl (Cable) works your biceps as the main mover, with help from your forearms.

Track Preacher Curl (Cable) in SPLYT

Preacher Curl (Cable) 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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