Lying Close-Grip Bar Curl On High Pulley
How to do the Lying Close-Grip Bar Curl On High Pulley with correct form, the muscles it works, and where it fits a training plan you actually stick to.
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Cable
How to do the Lying Close-Grip Bar Curl On High Pulley
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Place a flat bench in front of a high pulley or lat pulldown machine.
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Hold the straight bar attachment using an underhand grip (palms up) that is about shoulder width.
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Lie on your back with your head over the end of the bench.
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Now extend your arms straight above your shoulders. Your torso and your arms should make a 90-degree angle and the elbows should be in. This will be your starting position.
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As you breathe out, curl the bar down in a semicircular motion until it touches your chin. Squeeze the biceps for a second at the top contracted position. Tip: As you execute this motion only the forearms should move. At no time should the upper arms be moving at all. They are to remain perpendicular throughout the movement.
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Return to starting position slowly.
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Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.
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Lying Close-Grip Bar Curl On High Pulley: common questions
What muscles does the Lying Close-Grip Bar Curl On High Pulley work?
The Lying Close-Grip Bar Curl On High Pulley primarily works the Biceps.
Is the Lying Close-Grip Bar Curl On High Pulley suitable for beginners?
Yes. The Lying Close-Grip Bar Curl On High Pulley is a beginner-level exercise, so it's a solid choice if you're new to training. Start light and focus on the movement pattern before adding load.
What equipment do I need for the Lying Close-Grip Bar Curl On High Pulley?
To do the Lying Close-Grip Bar Curl On High Pulley you'll need a cable machine.
Is the Lying Close-Grip Bar Curl On High Pulley a compound or isolation exercise?
The Lying Close-Grip Bar Curl On High Pulley is an isolation exercise, it targets the biceps through a single joint, which makes it useful for focused, targeted work.
How do I do the Lying Close-Grip Bar Curl On High Pulley with correct form?
Place a flat bench in front of a high pulley or lat pulldown machine. Follow the full step-by-step above for the complete movement.
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