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StrengthCable

Cable Seated Overhead Curl

Intensity
10–15 reps
MET
2.8energy expenditure
Type
Strength

Target muscles

  • Biceps100%
Language:RUEN

How to do it

Press your feet firmly into the floor for upper body stability.

  1. 1

    Sit on a bench with a cable machine behind you, with the pulley set at the highest position.

  2. 2

    Reach back and grab the handles with both hands, palms facing forward.

  3. 3

    Keeping your elbows stationary, curl the handles towards your ears.

  4. 4

    Slowly extend your arms back to the starting position.

  5. 5

    Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Expert tip

Focus on keeping your elbows pointed forward to maximize bicep engagement.

Common mistakes

  • ✕Shrugging shoulders toward ears
  • ✕Leaning torso forward during curl
  • ✕Flexing wrists during the curl
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