Cable Biceps Curl – Low Pulley

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

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MET 3.5 Biceps Forearms Cable

Cable Biceps Curl – Low Pulley 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 Biceps Curl – Low Pulley

A classic isolation movement for building biceps, using a low pulley for constant tension throughout the curl.


💡 Instructions:


• Stand upright in the middle of a cable crossover, feet shoulder-width apart.
• Grab the handles attached to the low pulleys with a supinated (palms up) grip.
• Keep your elbows close to your sides and curl the handles up toward your shoulders.
• Squeeze your biceps at the top of the movement.
• Lower the handles with control and repeat.


⚠️ Common mistakes:


• Using momentum or swinging the arms
• Letting elbows drift forward
• Not fully extending at the bottom
• Arching the lower back

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Muscles Worked by Cable Biceps Curl – Low Pulley

Primary Biceps
Secondary
Forearms

Equipment

  • Cable

Calories Burned Doing Cable Biceps Curl – Low Pulley

Calorie Calculator

MET 3.5
Estimated burn
123 calories

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

Quick Facts: Cable Biceps Curl – Low Pulley

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 Biceps Curl – Low Pulley

What muscles does Cable Biceps Curl – Low Pulley work?

Cable Biceps Curl – Low Pulley primarily targets the Biceps, with secondary engagement of the Forearms.

How do you do Cable Biceps Curl – Low Pulley correctly?

A classic isolation movement for building biceps, using a low pulley for constant tension throughout the curl. 💡 Instructions : • Stand upright in the...

Is Cable Biceps Curl – Low Pulley good for beginners?

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

What equipment do you need for Cable Biceps Curl – Low Pulley?

Cable Biceps Curl – Low Pulley requires: Cable.

What are the benefits of Cable Biceps Curl – Low Pulley?

Cable Biceps Curl – Low Pulley strengthens the Biceps, engages the Forearms.

What exercises are similar to Cable Biceps Curl – Low Pulley?

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

Is Cable Biceps Curl – Low Pulley better than Alternating Dumbbell Curl?

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

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