How to Do Cable Biceps Curl (Ez Bar)

Cable Biceps Curl (Ez Bar) is a biceps exercise using cable, listed as intermediate in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

Primary muscle

Biceps

Equipment

Cable

Difficulty

Intermediate

01 / Move with control

How to perform

How to do Cable Biceps Curl (Ez Bar)

  1. 01Attach an EZ bar to the low pulley and grasp the outer knurling with an underhand grip.
  2. 02Stand upright with feet hip-width apart and elbows tucked firmly against the flanks.
  3. 03Curl the bar toward the upper chest by flexing the elbows, keeping the wrists neutral.
  4. 04Exhale at the top of the movement and squeeze the biceps.
  5. 05Reverse the path until the arms are fully extended at the bottom before starting the next rep.

Same guidance shown inside the A90 app

02 / Anatomy

Muscles worked by Cable Biceps Curl (Ez Bar)

Primary Stabiliser Inactive

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Primary movers

  • Biceps Bends the elbow and curls weight toward the shoulder.

Stabilisers

  • Core Stabilises the spine and transfers force.
  • Lower back Stabilises the spine during lifts and bends.
  • Forearms Grips and stabilises the wrist under load.

03 / A90 Coach

A90 Coach tip

Keep the elbows pinned to the side of the ribcage to prevent the front deltoids from taking over the lift.

Same coaching engine used inside the A90 app

05 / FAQ

Cable Biceps Curl (Ez Bar) questions

What muscles does Cable Biceps Curl (Ez Bar) work?

Cable Biceps Curl (Ez Bar) is catalogued as a biceps exercise in A90 Training Club, with the biceps as its primary muscle group.

How do you do Cable Biceps Curl (Ez Bar) correctly?

Attach an EZ bar to the low pulley and grasp the outer knurling with an underhand grip. Stand upright with feet hip-width apart and elbows tucked firmly against the flanks. Curl the bar toward the upper chest by flexing the elbows, keeping the wrists neutral. Exhale at the top of the movement and squeeze the biceps. Reverse the path until the arms are fully extended at the bottom before starting the next rep.

What is the A90 coach tip for Cable Biceps Curl (Ez Bar)?

Keep the elbows pinned to the side of the ribcage to prevent the front deltoids from taking over the lift.

Is Cable Biceps Curl (Ez Bar) suitable for beginners?

Cable Biceps Curl (Ez Bar) is rated intermediate in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

What equipment do you need for Cable Biceps Curl (Ez Bar)?

Cable Biceps Curl (Ez Bar) uses cable.

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