Cable Close-Grip Curl
Expert Advice
Stand upright and avoid using your body momentum; let your biceps do the work.
How-to-do Steps
- Attach a straight bar to a low pulley cable machine and grab it with a close underhand grip.
- Stand upright with your torso straight and curl the bar while keeping your elbows close to your body.
- Squeeze your biceps at the top of the movement and hold briefly.
- Slowly return to the starting position while maintaining tension on the biceps.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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Muscles Worked
Cable Close-Grip Curl primarily targets the Biceps, with Strength mechanics using Cable. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.
Primary
Biceps100%
Equipment
Cable
Exercise Type
Strength
Sets & Reps Guidance
Beginner3 x 10-12
Intermediate4 x 8-10
Advanced4 x 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does Cable Close-Grip Curl work?
Cable Close-Grip Curl primarily targets the Biceps. It is classified as a Strength exercise performed with Cable.
How many sets and reps should I do for Cable Close-Grip Curl?
For beginners, start with 3 sets of 10-12. Intermediate lifters can do 4 sets of 8-10. Advanced athletes can push to 4 sets of 6-8. Adjust based on your goals and recovery capacity.
Is Cable Close-Grip Curl suitable for beginners?
Cable Close-Grip Curl is rated as intermediate difficulty. Beginners may want to start with lighter loads or simpler variations and progress to this exercise as their strength and coordination improve.
