Strength

Half Cable Curl

The Half Cable Curl boosts biceps strength and power. It uses a controlled curling motion against a cable machine for increased arm strength. Ideal for toning upper arms.

View all exercises

Half Cable Curl instructions

Step-by-step instructions

Stand facing the cable machine. Attach a bar to a low pulley.

Grab the cable bar with your palms facing upwards. Stand about a foot away from the pulley.

Keep your elbows close to your sides and don't move them during the exercise.

Curl the bar as far as possible without moving your upper arms, pausing once your biceps are fully contracted.

Slowly begin to bring the cable bar back to the original position as your breathe in. Repeat for the programmed number of reps.

Stand facing the cable machine. Attach a bar to a low pulley.

Grab the cable bar with your palms facing upwards. Stand about a foot away from the pulley.

Keep your elbows close to your sides and don't move them during the exercise.

Curl the bar as far as possible without moving your upper arms, pausing once your biceps are fully contracted.

Slowly begin to bring the cable bar back to the original position as your breathe in. Repeat for the programmed number of reps.

Equipment needed

Bands

Barbell

Battle Ropes

Bench

Bosu

Box

Cables

Dip Bar

Dumbbell

EZ Curl Bar

Hex Bar

Kettlebell

Ladder

Machine

Pull-Up Bar

Yoga Ball

Muscles used

This is some text inside of a div block.

Back

Front

Strength distributions

This graph shows how much weight men and women could lift for a single maximum-effort rep.

Explore other exercises

Strength

Dumbbell Side Bend

The Dumbbell Side Bend targets and strengthens obliques, enhances balance, and boosts postural stability. Ideal for developing core strength and muscle tone. This exercise involves bending at the waist while holding a dumbbell.

Try it out

Strength

Kettlebell Floor Y

The Kettlebell Floor Y exercise strengthens shoulders and arms by extending kettlebells towards the ceiling while lying on your stomach. An ideal workout for enhancing shoulder stability and upper body strength.

Try it out

Strength

Barbell Front Rack Split Squat

The Barbell Front Rack Split Squat is an effective lower body workout that strengthens the legs, enhances balance, and boosts core stability. It involves performing a split squat with a barbell, targeting the thighs and hips.

Try it out

Start your fitness journey today

Enjoying exercises like Half Cable Curl, but want more personalization? Join trainwell to build a stronger, healthier, and more confident version of you.

Work with a trainer