Barbell Reverse Curl vs Cable Reverse Curl
Which one fits your Biceps workout plan?
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Barbell Reverse Curl and Cable Reverse Curl are close in use — 446 vs 376 sessions logged. What separates them is Biceps loading and form.
Compare the benefits of Barbell Reverse Curl and Cable Reverse Curl and pick the one that fits your Biceps workout.
Barbell Reverse Curl vs Cable Reverse Curl: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Barbell Reverse Curl more often — 446 sessions compared to 376 for Cable Reverse Curl.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Barbell Reverse Curl and Cable Reverse Curl differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Barbell Reverse Curl and Cable Reverse Curl Differ
| What differs | Barbell Reverse Curl | Cable Reverse Curl |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a barbell | a machine |
| Difficulty | 5 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 446 sessions | 376 sessions |
How to Do Barbell Reverse Curl
Barbell Reverse Curl Muscles Worked: Biceps
Form
- 1. Please lift the barbell while keeping your elbows and shoulders fixed.
- 2. Slowly return to the starting position.
- 3. When lowering the barbell, do not lower it completely; lower it just enough so that your biceps do not relax.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Maintain a natural grip to avoid bending your wrist.
- 2. Keep your shoulders fixed and not raised.
For a full Barbell Reverse Curl guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Barbell Reverse Curl exercise guide.
How to Do Cable Reverse Curl
Cable Reverse Curl Muscles Worked: Biceps
Form
- 1. Please lift the weight while keeping your elbows and shoulders fixed.
- 2. Lift it without twisting your wrists.
- 3. Slowly return to the starting position.
- 4. When lowering the weight, do not lower it completely; lower it just enough so that your biceps do not relax.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Keep your elbows still.
- 2. Adjust to prevent your wrists from bending.
For a full Cable Reverse Curl guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Cable Reverse Curl exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Biceps, Barbell Reverse Curl or Cable Reverse Curl?
Neither is clearly ahead — Planfit users log both at a similar rate. They both train Biceps, so the choice comes down to the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Barbell Reverse Curl and Cable Reverse Curl need?
Barbell Reverse Curl needs a barbell, and Cable Reverse Curl needs a machine.
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