Cable Curl – Straight Bar

Learn how to do Cable Curl – Straight Bar with proper form. Watch the 4K video, see which muscles are worked, and follow step-by-step instructions.

4K
MET 3.5 Biceps Forearms Cable

Cable Curl – Straight Bar is a Cable exercise that primarily targets the Biceps, with secondary activation of the Forearms. It has a MET value of 3.5, meaning a 70kg person burns approximately 123 calories in a 30-minute session..

How to Do Cable Curl – Straight Bar

A standing biceps curl performed with a cable machine using a straight bar, palms up (supinated grip).


💡 Instructions:


  • Stand facing the cable machine with feet shoulder-width apart.

  • Attach a straight bar to the low pulley.

  • Grab the bar with an underhand grip, hands shoulder-width apart.

  • Keep your elbows tucked to your sides.

  • Curl the bar upward toward your chest by contracting your biceps.

  • Lower the bar slowly back to the starting position.


⚠️ Common mistakes:


  • Swinging the body to lift the weight.

  • Moving elbows forward during the curl.

  • Not controlling the eccentric phase.

You're a coach? Cable Curl – Straight Bar is already in Gymkee's library of 550+ 4K exercises. Add it to your programs in seconds.

Start Free Trial

Muscles Worked by Cable Curl – Straight Bar

Primary Biceps
Secondary
Forearms

Equipment

  • Cable

Calories Burned Doing Cable Curl – Straight Bar

Calorie Calculator

MET 3.5
Estimated burn
123 calories

Calories = MET × weight (kg) × time (hours)

Quick Facts: Cable Curl – Straight Bar

Type
Cable exercise
Primary muscle
Biceps
Secondary muscles
Forearms
MET value
3.5
Calories (30 min, 70kg)
≈ 123 cal
Video quality
4K with male and female demonstrations

FAQ: Cable Curl – Straight Bar

What muscles does Cable Curl – Straight Bar work?

Cable Curl – Straight Bar primarily targets the Biceps, with secondary engagement of the Forearms.

How do you do Cable Curl – Straight Bar correctly?

A standing biceps curl performed with a cable machine using a straight bar, palms up (supinated grip). 💡 Instructions: Stand facing the cable machine...

Is Cable Curl – Straight Bar good for beginners?

Cable Curl – Straight Bar has a MET value of 3.5, indicating a moderate intensity exercise appropriate for most fitness levels.

What equipment do you need for Cable Curl – Straight Bar?

Cable Curl – Straight Bar requires: Cable.

What are the benefits of Cable Curl – Straight Bar?

Cable Curl – Straight Bar strengthens the Biceps, engages the Forearms.

What exercises are similar to Cable Curl – Straight Bar?

Similar exercises to Cable Curl – Straight Bar include Alternating Dumbbell Curl, Barbell Curl – Straight Bar, Concentration Curl – Dumbbell, Dumbbell Biceps Curl.

Is Cable Curl – Straight Bar better than Alternating Dumbbell Curl?

Both Cable Curl – Straight Bar and Alternating Dumbbell Curl target the Biceps. Choose based on your available equipment and training goals.

Alternative Exercises

Alternating Dumbbell Curl
MET 3.5

Alternating Dumbbell Curl

  • No equipment
Barbell Curl – Straight Bar
MET 4

Barbell Curl – Straight Bar

  • Short bar
Concentration Curl – Dumbbell
MET 3.5

Concentration Curl – Dumbbell

  • Dumbbells
Dumbbell Biceps Curl
MET 3.5

Dumbbell Biceps Curl

  • Dumbbells
Dumbbell Hammer Curl
MET 3.5

Dumbbell Hammer Curl

  • Dumbbells

Add Cable Curl – Straight Bar to your coaching programs

Create personalized training programs with Gymkee. Access 550+ exercises in 4K with male and female videos, multiple angles, and step-by-step instructions. Build custom workouts and deliver a professional experience to your clients.

Try Gymkee Free, No Card Required See all features