Single Arm Bayesian Cable Curl

Single-Arm Bayesian Cable Curls emphasize the long head of the biceps by keeping constant tension through a stretched position. With the cable set behind your body, this movement loads the biceps where they’re typically weakest—making it ideal for building peak, control, and balanced arm strength one side at a time. Think of it as a stretch-focused curl that rewards slow, intentional reps.

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

How to do the Single Arm Bayesian Cable Curl

  1. 01

    Set a cable handle at a low position and stand facing away from the stack.

  2. 02

    Hold the handle in one hand and step forward so your arm is slightly behind your torso.

  3. 03

    Keep your elbow close to your side and your chest tall.

  4. 04

    Curl the handle up by bending your elbow, squeezing your biceps at the top.

  5. 05

    Pause briefly without letting your elbow drift forward.

  6. 06

    Slowly lower the handle back to the starting stretched position.

  7. 07

    Switch arms and repeat.

Performance tips

Cues that matter

  • **Chase the stretch:** Let the arm extend fully at the bottom.
  • **Elbow fixed:** Movement should come only from the elbow.
  • **Slow negatives:** Control the return to maximize tension.
Muscles

Muscles worked

Equipment

What you need

Common questions

Frequently asked

What muscles does the Single Arm Bayesian Cable Curl work?

The Single Arm Bayesian Cable Curl primarily targets the Biceps. Supporting muscles include Forearms.

Is the Single Arm Bayesian Cable Curl a compound or isolation exercise?

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

What equipment do I need for the Single Arm Bayesian Cable Curl?

You need the following equipment: Cable Machine.

What difficulty level is the Single Arm Bayesian Cable Curl?

The Single Arm Bayesian Cable Curl is rated as intermediate difficulty. Some training experience is helpful for performing this exercise safely.

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