How to Do Cable One Arm Curl

Cable One Arm Curl 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 One Arm Curl

  1. 01Attach a D-handle to the low pulley and stand facing the machine with the handle in one hand.
  2. 02Step back slightly to create tension on the cable and tuck the elbow into the waist.
  3. 03Exhale and curl the handle toward the shoulder by flexing at the elbow joint.
  4. 04Squeeze the bicep at the top of the movement before returning the hand to the starting position.

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02 / Anatomy

Muscles worked by Cable One Arm Curl

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 elbow pinned to the side of the ribcage to prevent the anterior deltoid from taking over the lift.

Same coaching engine used inside the A90 app

05 / FAQ

Cable One Arm Curl questions

What muscles does Cable One Arm Curl work?

Cable One Arm Curl is catalogued as a biceps exercise in A90 Training Club, with the biceps as its primary muscle group.

How do you do Cable One Arm Curl correctly?

Attach a D-handle to the low pulley and stand facing the machine with the handle in one hand. Step back slightly to create tension on the cable and tuck the elbow into the waist. Exhale and curl the handle toward the shoulder by flexing at the elbow joint. Squeeze the bicep at the top of the movement before returning the hand to the starting position.

What is the A90 coach tip for Cable One Arm Curl?

Keep the elbow pinned to the side of the ribcage to prevent the anterior deltoid from taking over the lift.

Is Cable One Arm Curl suitable for beginners?

Cable One Arm Curl is rated intermediate in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

What equipment do you need for Cable One Arm Curl?

Cable One Arm Curl uses cable.

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