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Biceps

Reverse-Grip Cable Curl

Primary muscle
Biceps
Also works
Forearms
Equipment
Cable
Movement pattern
Carry & conditioning
Role in a program
Accessory

How to do it

Grip a straight bar on a low pulley with an overhand (pronated) grip and elbows tucked. Curl the bar up keeping wrists firm, then lower slowly to target the brachialis and forearms.

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