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Overhead Cable Bicep Curl

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It's a workout that can target the outer biceps. It's important to move your elbows without moving them!

How to Overhead Cable Bicep Curl

Starting Position

1. Please adjust the height so that the cable can be raised higher than my head.

2. Hold the grip with both hands and stand in the middle, extending your arms so that they are parallel to the floor.

Proper Form

1. Keep your elbows and shoulders fixed while lifting the weight.

2. Slowly return to the starting position.

3. When lowering the weight, do not lower it completely; lower it just enough so that your biceps do not relax.

Breathing Technique

Exhale when you bring your arms together, and inhale when you spread your arms out.

Precautions

If the space is narrow and you can't stretch your arms out fully, please proceed with one arm at a time.

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