Lying cable biceps curl

The lying cable biceps curl is a cable exercise that targets the biceps. It is performed lying on the back, either on a bench or the ground, with the feet facing toward a cable stack. This movement is usually performed for moderate to high reps for a burn and pump as part of an arm-focused workout.

Benefits

Builds strength and size in the biceps
Lying down eliminates the possibility of using momentum from the lower body to raise the weight
The cables provide constant tension on the muscles
Serious biceps isolation if performed with strict form

Type: Strength
Main Muscle Worked: Biceps
Equipment: Cable
Level: Beginner

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Lying cable biceps curl Instructions

Grab a straight bar or E-Z bar attachment that is attached to the low pulley with both hands, using an underhand (palms facing up) shoulder-width grip.
Lie flat on your back on top of an exercise mat in front of the weight stack with your feet flat against the frame of the pulley machine and your legs straight.
With your arms extended and your elbows close to your body slightly bend your arms. This will be your starting position.
While keeping your upper arms stationary and the elbows close to your body, curl the bar up slowly toward your chest as you breathe out and you squeeze the biceps.
After a second squeeze at the top of the movement, slowly return to the starting position.
Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.

Variations: You can also perform this exercise with exercise bands.