Reverse Cable Curl – Straight Bar

Learn how to do Reverse Cable Curl – Straight Bar 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 Cable

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

How to Do Reverse Cable Curl – Straight Bar

A forearm and biceps isolation exercise performed with a pronated (overhand) grip using a cable machine.


💡 Instructions:


  • Stand facing the cable machine, with a straight bar attachment set at the lowest pulley.

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

  • Keep your elbows close to your sides and your torso upright.

  • Curl the bar upward by flexing at the elbows, keeping your wrists straight.

  • Slowly lower the bar back to the starting position, resisting the weight.


⚠️ Common mistakes:


  • Using momentum or swinging the body.

  • Letting the wrists bend excessively.

  • Not controlling the lowering phase.

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Muscles Worked by Reverse Cable Curl – Straight Bar

Primary Biceps

Equipment

  • Cable

Calories Burned Doing Reverse Cable Curl – Straight Bar

Calorie Calculator

MET 3.5
Estimated burn
123 calories

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

Quick Facts: Reverse Cable Curl – Straight Bar

Type
Cable exercise
Primary muscle
Biceps
Secondary muscles
None
MET value
3.5
Calories (30 min, 70kg)
≈ 123 cal
Video quality
4K with male and female demonstrations

FAQ: Reverse Cable Curl – Straight Bar

What muscles does Reverse Cable Curl – Straight Bar work?

Reverse Cable Curl – Straight Bar primarily targets the Biceps.

How do you do Reverse Cable Curl – Straight Bar correctly?

A forearm and biceps isolation exercise performed with a pronated (overhand) grip using a cable machine. 💡 Instructions: Stand facing the cable machine,...

Is Reverse Cable Curl – Straight Bar good for beginners?

Reverse 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 Reverse Cable Curl – Straight Bar?

Reverse Cable Curl – Straight Bar requires: Cable.

What are the benefits of Reverse Cable Curl – Straight Bar?

Reverse Cable Curl – Straight Bar strengthens the Biceps.

What exercises are similar to Reverse Cable Curl – Straight Bar?

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

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

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

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