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Biceps · Intermediate

Cable Preacher Curl

Preacher curl with cable tension.

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Cable Preacher Curl demonstration

Exercise overview

Training details

BicepsForearms

Equipment

Cable

Sets × reps

3 × 15

Rest

1 min

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Set a preacher bench in front of a low cable and attach a straight or EZ handle.
  2. 02Rest the upper arms on the pad and start with the elbows slightly bent.
  3. 03Curl the handle upward while the upper arms stay fixed on the pad.
  4. 04Squeeze the biceps near the top without lifting the chest off the bench.
  5. 05Lower slowly until the arms are long but not relaxed.

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