Exercise technique

cable overhead curl on exercise ball

The cable overhead curl on exercise ball is a biceps-focused exercise that also engages the forearms and shoulders. Sitting on an exercise ball adds a balance component, requiring core stability and coordination.

How do you perform this exercise?

  1. Sit on an exercise ball and hold the cable handle with an underhand grip.
  2. Extend your arms fully overhead, keeping your elbows close to your ears.
  3. Slowly curl the cable down towards your forehead, keeping your upper arms stationary.
  4. Pause for a moment at the bottom of the movement, then slowly return to the starting position.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Which other muscles are involved?

Forearms, Shoulders.

How do you log your sets?

How do you track progressive overload?

Source: ExerciseDB catalogue and demonstration. Related movements are options to compare, not equivalent loads or a prescribed progression.

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