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Crossover Biceps Curl

High-cable curl performed between two towers with the upper arms held near shoulder height.

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Crossover Biceps Curl demonstration

Exercise overview

Training details

BicepsForearms

Equipment

Cable Crossover

Sets × reps

3 × 15

Rest

1 min

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Stand between the cable towers and hold one high pulley handle in each hand.
  2. 02Keep your upper arms raised and your elbows fixed in place.
  3. 03Curl the handles inward toward your head by bending only your elbows.
  4. 04Squeeze your biceps briefly without moving your shoulders forward.
  5. 05Return the handles slowly until your arms are extended again.

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