Exercise guide

Cable Standing High Curl

Cable High Pulley Biceps Curls place the biceps under constant tension from a stretched position. Pulling from above helps emphasize the peak of the biceps and improves muscle control. This exercise is great for feeling a strong contraction with lighter weight.

Category
Strength
Difficulty
Intermediate
Movement
Isolation
Bodyweight
No
Biceps muscle illustration
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How to

How to do the Cable Standing High Curl

  1. 01

    Set both cable pulleys high and attach single handles.

  2. 02

    Stand centered between the machines and grab one handle in each hand.

  3. 03

    Start with your arms extended outward and elbows slightly raised.

  4. 04

    Curl your hands inward toward your head while squeezing your biceps.

  5. 05

    Pause briefly at the peak of the curl.

  6. 06

    Slowly extend your arms back to the starting position.

  7. 07

    Repeat with controlled reps.

Performance tips

Cues that matter

  • Keep your elbows in a fixed position.
  • Focus on squeezing your biceps rather than pulling fast.
  • Use lighter weight for better control.
Muscles

Muscles worked

Equipment

What you need

Common questions

Frequently asked

What muscles does the Cable Standing High Curl work?

The Cable Standing High Curl primarily targets the Biceps.

Is the Cable Standing High Curl a compound or isolation exercise?

The Cable Standing High Curl is an isolation exercise, meaning it focuses on a single muscle group through one joint movement.

What equipment do I need for the Cable Standing High Curl?

You need the following equipment: Cable Machine.

What difficulty level is the Cable Standing High Curl?

The Cable Standing High Curl is rated as intermediate difficulty. Some training experience is helpful for performing this exercise safely.

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