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Forearms · Intermediate

Cable Reverse One Arm Curl

Accessory drill that develops controlled strength in the target muscles using a cable station, with emphasis on the forearms.

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Exercise overview

Training details

ForearmsBiceps

Equipment

Cable

Sets × reps

3 × 15 / side

Rest

1 min

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Attach a single handle to a low pulley and stand facing or slightly side-on to the cable.
  2. 02Take the handle with an overhand grip, arm extended, wrist straight, and elbow beside the ribs.
  3. 03Curl the handle toward the shoulder without changing the pronated grip or moving the upper arm.
  4. 04Pause without shrugging, leaning, or folding the wrist.
  5. 05Lower under control, complete the side, and switch hands.

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