Classification
Type | auxiliary |
Mechanics | isolated |
Direction | pull |
Equipment | low cable pulley |
Additional Equipment | mat (optional) |
Instructions
Preparation
Grasp low pulley cable bar with shouderwide underhand grip and lie supine on floor. Place feet against frame of pulley, keep knees slightly flexed and hold elbows to sides with upper arms parallel to floor.Execution
Fully flex arms to pull bar to chest. Keep elbows in position. Return, keep arms slightly flexed. Repeat.Variations / Comments
Prevent elbows from travelling upward while flexing arms. Keep back flat on floor, head may be lifted slightly.
Starting Position
Ending Position
Muscles
Target | Biceps Brachii |
Synergist | Brachialis | Brachioradialis |
Stabilizers | Wrist Flexors |
Front
Rear