Cable Bayesian Curl
Face away from a low pulley and curl the handle behind the body for a deep biceps stretch.
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Demo video from YouTube, played in its own player.
Sets and reps
- For strength: 3 to 5 sets of 3 to 6 reps, resting 2 to 3 minutes between sets.
- For muscle: 3 to 4 sets of 6 to 12 reps (up to 15 on smaller lifts), resting 1 to 2 minutes, ending each set 1 to 3 reps short of failure (RPE 7 to 9).
- Add a rep or a small amount of weight once every set reaches the top of the range at the same effort.
General ranges, not medical advice. Stop if anything hurts.
Alternatives
Other exercises for the biceps, for when the cable is taken or you want a change.
Questions
- What muscles does the Cable Bayesian Curl work?
- The Cable Bayesian Curl mainly works the biceps.
- What equipment do you need for the Cable Bayesian Curl?
- A cable.
- How many sets and reps of the Cable Bayesian Curl?
- For strength: 3 to 5 sets of 3 to 6 reps, resting 2 to 3 minutes between sets. For muscle: 3 to 4 sets of 6 to 12 reps (up to 15 on smaller lifts), resting 1 to 2 minutes, ending each set 1 to 3 reps short of failure (RPE 7 to 9). Add a rep or a small amount of weight once every set reaches the top of the range at the same effort.
- What can I do instead of the Cable Bayesian Curl?
- Band Bicep Curl, Barbell 21s Curl, Barbell Curl and Barbell Drag Curl work the same main muscle.
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Coaches add the Cable Bayesian Curl to any workout in CoachVana, set the sets, reps, load and rest, and clients see this demo as they train.
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