One-Arm Cable Curl
Also known as: Single-Arm Cable Curl, One Arm Standing Cable Curl
Variation of: Cable Curl
Body region
Equipment
Technique
- Attach a single handle to the low pulley and stand side-on or facing the station.
- Hold the handle underhand with the arm straight and the elbow at your side.
- Curl the handle toward your shoulder.
- Lower slowly, finish the set, then switch arms.
Cues
- Hold the station or your hip with the free hand for balance.
- Keep the shoulders level.
Common mistakes
- Twisting the torso toward the working arm.
- Swinging the elbow forward.