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Cable Incline Inner Bicep Curl

Isolate your inner biceps with this incline cable curl! Target and build definition with controlled reps.

The Cable Incline Inner Bicep Curl mainly works the biceps, with help from the chest and back. You'll need: incline bench or straight bar attachment or cable machine.

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Required Equipment

Cable Machine
Cable Machine
Incline Bench
Incline Bench
Straight Bar Attachment
Straight Bar Attachment

Cable Incline Inner Bicep Curl Muscles Worked

Primary

Biceps (biceps brachii); Side Biceps (brachialis)

Secondary

Lower Chest (pectoralis minor); Boxer Muscle (serratus anterior)

How to do the Cable Incline Inner Bicep Curl

  1. Setting Up the Equipment:

    • Adjust the cable machine to the lowest setting.

    • Attach a straight bar or stirrup handle to the cable.

    • Position the adjustable bench at an incline of about 30 to 45 degrees.

  2. Positioning:

    • Sit on the inclined bench, ensuring your back is supported.

    • Position your feet flat on the ground, shoulder-width apart.

    • Grasp the handle with one hand (palm facing up), keeping your arm extended down toward the floor.

  3. Starting Position:

    • Lean back slightly against the bench to maintain stability.

    • Your elbow should be close to your side, fully extended but not locked, holding the cable handle securely.

  4. Movement:

    • Slowly curl the handle up to your shoulder while keeping your elbow stationary.

    • Focus on squeezing your biceps at the top of the movement.

    • Pause for a moment at the top of the curl.

  5. Returning to Starting Position:

    • Lower the handle back to the starting position in a controlled manner, fully extending your arm.

    • Repeat the curl for the desired number of repetitions.

  6. Tips:

    • Keep your movements slow and controlled to focus on muscle engagement.

    • Avoid using momentum; isolate the bicep during the curl.

    • Ensure to breathe out as you curl up and breathe in as you lower the weight.

  7. Repetitions and Sets:

    • Aim for 8-12 repetitions for 2-4 sets, depending on your fitness level.

  8. Switching Arms:

    • After completing your repetitions on one arm, switch to the other arm and repeat the steps.

Remember to start with a lighter weight to ensure proper form and technique before progressively increasing the resistance.

Cable Incline Inner Bicep Curl FAQs

What muscles does the Cable Incline Inner Bicep Curl work?

The Cable Incline Inner Bicep Curl mainly works the biceps, with help from the chest and back. The main muscles are the biceps brachii and brachialis.

What equipment do you need for the Cable Incline Inner Bicep Curl?

Incline bench or straight bar attachment or cable machine.

What workout day should the Cable Incline Inner Bicep Curl go on?

It belongs on pull day in a push/pull/legs routine.

What are some Cable Incline Inner Bicep Curl variations and alternatives?

Similar exercises include the Cable Across-Body Hammer Curl, Cable Incline Skull-Crusher, Cable Single-Arm Reverse Curl and Cable Seated Single-Arm Bicep Curl.

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