Standing High-Cable Biceps Curl
BicepsIsolationPullCableIntermediate
Curl with high pulleys on both sides, arms out in a cross at shoulder height. The contraction in maximum shortening emphasizes the biceps peak, double-biceps style.
Visual guide


Reference photo — start and end of the movement.
How to perform
- 1.Attach a handle to each high pulley and grab one with each hand.
- 2.Stand in the center with your arms out in a cross at shoulder height.
- 3.Bend your elbows, bringing the handles toward your ears.
- 4.Squeeze the biceps hard in the double-biceps position.
- 5.Return under control to extension.
Common mistakes
- ●Dropping the elbows during the movement
- ●Using torso momentum
- ●Releasing the weight on the return
- ●Elbows too high or sagging
Proper technique
Keep your arms parallel to the floor, elbows at shoulder height. Only the forearm moves. Chase the peak contraction at the top.
Variants
Other exercises that work the same primary muscle.
muscle map



primary
secondary
Primary
- Biceps brachii
Secondary
- Brachialis
- Brachioradialis