Trunk leans back to complete the curl
Erectors assist; the seated position should prevent this but momentum can still develop.
Overactive muscles
Erector spinaeUpper trapezius
Corrective work
Foam RollUpper traps↗StretchLevator scapulae stretch↗Pull · Upper Body
Seated Cable Bicep Curl
Coaching cues
- Sit facing a low cable; hold the handle with a supinated grip
- Curl from full extension to full contraction; elbow stays fixed at the side
- The seated position and cable angle provide unique tension through the full range
- Pause at the top; lower slowly under cable resistance
Common faults 2
Elbow drifts forward off the side
Anterior delt assists; pin the elbow and move only the forearm.
Overactive muscles
Anterior deltoidUpper trapezius
Corrective work
Foam RollUpper traps↗StretchLevator scapulae stretch↗