About this exercise
Performed on an incline bench positioned in front of a low cable pulley, this curl stretches the biceps fully at the bottom and emphasizes the inner (short) head through the complete range of motion.
Cable Incline Inner Biceps Curl
Step by step instructions, muscle activation and variants for the Cable Incline Inner Biceps Curl.
MediumBiceps
How to Perform
- Set a low cable pulley and attach a straight-bar handle
- Position an adjustable bench at a 45–60° incline angle facing away from the cable stack
- Sit on the bench and grasp the handle with an underhand grip, arms hanging down and slightly behind you
- Curl the handle upward toward your shoulders while keeping your upper arms stationary
- Squeeze the biceps at the top of the movement
- Slowly lower back to the fully stretched starting position
Muscle Activation
Primary
Biceps
Secondary
Inner forearm
Common Mistakes
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About the Cable Incline Inner Biceps Curl
The Cable Incline Inner Biceps Curl is a foundational movement that builds strength and muscle through controlled, progressive overload. Train it 1 to 2 times per week with 3 to 5 working sets per session, gradually adding weight or reps as form holds up.