How many sets and reps should I do?

A common starting point is 2 to 4 sets of 8 to 12 controlled reps, with a weight that leaves a couple of reps in reserve. Adjust it to your goal and experience, and stop if something hurts.

How do I track the bicep curl (cable) in SweatByte?

Add it to a routine or a workout. Log the weight and reps for each set. SweatByte shows your last session's numbers on every set, so you know what to beat.

Bicep Curl (Cable): how to do it and muscles worked

The bicep curl (cable) mainly works your biceps. You need a cable machine.

Muscles worked

Main

Biceps

How to do the bicep curl (cable)

1
Attach a straight or EZ bar to a low pulley and face the stack. Grab the bar with an underhand grip, hands shoulder-width apart, with your elbows tucked at your sides.
2
Curl the bar up toward your chest by bending your elbows only. Squeeze your biceps at the top.
3
Lower slowly until your arms are straight, keeping tension on the cable the whole time. Breathe out as you curl and in as you lower.

Form tip: Stand a step back from the stack so the cable stays tight, and do not lean back to swing the bar.

Common questions

Which muscles does the bicep curl (cable) work?: The bicep curl (cable) mainly works your biceps.
What equipment do I need for the bicep curl (cable)?: You need a cable machine.
How many sets and reps should I do?: A common starting point is 2 to 4 sets of 8 to 12 controlled reps, with a weight that leaves a couple of reps in reserve. Adjust it to your goal and experience, and stop if something hurts.
How do I track the bicep curl (cable) in SweatByte?: Add it to a routine or a workout. Log the weight and reps for each set. SweatByte shows your last session's numbers on every set, so you know what to beat.

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General information, not medical advice. Learn the movement with light weight first, and see a doctor or physiotherapist if you have an injury or pain. More guides in Learn.