Single-Arm Cable Reverse Preacher Curl

Body region

• Arms

Muscles

Main

• Brachialis
• Brachioradialis

Helps

• Biceps
• Extensor Carpi Radialis Longus
• Extensor Carpi Radialis Brevis

Holds

• Extensor Digitorum
• Extensor Carpi Ulnaris

Equipment

• Cable Station
• Preacher Bench

Technique

1. Attach a single handle to the low pulley in front of a preacher bench.
2. Rest one upper arm on the pad and hold the handle overhand.
3. Curl up with the knuckles leading until the forearm is near vertical.
4. Lower slowly, finish the set and switch arms.

Cues

• Keep the wrist in line with the forearm.
• Use a light load and a full range.

Common mistakes

• Lifting the elbow off the pad.
• Letting the wrist bend back.

Variations

• Cable Reverse Preacher Curl
• Single-Arm Cable Preacher Curl
• Single-Arm Cable Preacher Hammer Curl
• One-Arm Rope Cable Preacher Curl
• Rope Cable Preacher Curl

Alternatives

• Preacher Curl
• Machine Biceps Curl