Cable Reverse Preacher Curl
Description
The cable reverse preacher curl is performed at a preacher bench with a low cable attachment using an overhand (pronated) grip. The reverse grip shifts emphasis from the biceps to the forearm extensors and brachioradialis while the cable provides constant tension throughout the range.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Cable Reverse Preacher Curl Instructions
- Set a preacher bench in front of a low cable pulley.
- Attach a straight bar to the low pulley.
- Sit at the preacher bench with your chest pressed to the pad.
- Drape your arms over the preacher pad with the cable bar in your hands.
- Use an overhand grip with palms facing down.
- Allow your arms to fully extend with the cable below.
- Curl the bar up by bending only at the elbows, maintaining the overhand grip.
- Squeeze the forearms at the top, then lower with control to full extension.
Cable Reverse Preacher Curl Form & Visual
Cable Reverse Preacher Curl Benefits
- Targets forearm extensors and brachioradialis
- Strict isolation with the preacher pad
- Constant cable tension
- Builds forearm size and grip
- Useful for thicker arms
- Pairs well with regular preacher curls
Cable Reverse Preacher Curl Muscles Worked
- Brachioradialis
- Forearm extensors
- Biceps brachii
- Brachialis
Cable Reverse Preacher Curl Variations & Alternatives
- Reverse Preacher Curl
- Cable Reverse Curl
- Reverse Curl
- Hammer Curl
