Cable Lying Close-Grip Curl
The Cable Lying Close-Grip Curl mainly works the biceps. You'll need: exercise bench, cable machine and straight bar attachment.
Required Equipment
Cable Lying Close-Grip Curl Muscles Worked
Primary
Biceps (biceps brachii)
Secondary
Side Biceps (brachialis)
How to do the Cable Lying Close-Grip Curl
Position a flat exercise bench lengthwise in front of a low cable pulley machine and attach a straight bar or short handle.
Lie flat on your back on the bench with your head towards the weight stack, holding the bar with a close, underhand grip.
Extend your arms straight up toward the ceiling with your elbows pointing steadily upward and close to your head.
Inhale and slowly bend your elbows, lowering the bar in an arc toward your forehead in a controlled motion.
Exhale as you contract your biceps to curl the bar back up to the starting position with straight arms.
Cable Lying Close-Grip Curl FAQs
What muscles does the Cable Lying Close-Grip Curl work?
The Cable Lying Close-Grip Curl mainly works the biceps. The main muscles are the biceps brachii.
What equipment do you need for the Cable Lying Close-Grip Curl?
Exercise bench, cable machine and straight bar attachment.
What workout day should the Cable Lying Close-Grip Curl go on?
It belongs on pull day in a push/pull/legs routine.
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