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Cable Hammer Curl demonstration

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Strength / Cable

Cable Hammer Curl

A cable curl using a rope attachment with a neutral grip to target the brachialis and brachioradialis with constant tension.

Equipment

Cable

Experience

intermediate

Movement

isolation

Primary musclesSecondary muscles

Forearm Flexors

Instructions

  1. 01

    Attach a rope to a low cable pulley and stand facing the machine.

  2. 02

    Grip the rope with a neutral (hammer) grip, palms facing each other.

  3. 03

    Curl the rope upward toward your shoulders, keeping elbows pinned at your sides.

  4. 04

    Squeeze at the top, then lower slowly to full extension.

  5. 05

    Repeat for the desired reps.

Choose a load and range you can control. These instructions are general guidance, not a substitute for individual coaching.