Cable Bicep Curl vs Dumbbell Reverse Curl
Which one fits your Biceps workout plan?
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Planfit users log Cable Bicep Curl more often — 8,829 sessions vs 556. Compare Biceps form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Cable Bicep Curl and Dumbbell Reverse Curl and pick the one that fits your Biceps workout.
Cable Bicep Curl vs Dumbbell Reverse Curl: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Cable Bicep Curl more often — 8,829 sessions compared to 556 for Dumbbell Reverse Curl.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Cable Bicep Curl and Dumbbell 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 Cable Bicep Curl and Dumbbell Reverse Curl Differ
| What differs | Cable Bicep Curl | Dumbbell Reverse Curl |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a machine | a dumbbell |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 8,829 sessions | 556 sessions |
How to Do Cable Bicep Curl
Cable Bicep Curl Muscles Worked: Biceps
Form
- 1. Please lift the weight while keeping your elbows and shoulders fixed.
- 2. Slowly return to the starting position.
- 3. When lowering the weight, do not lower it completely; lower it just enough so that your biceps do not relax.
Coach's Tips
- 1. If your wrists are uncomfortable, it may be because you are gripping the barbell too narrowly. Try gripping it a little wider.
- 2. If your wrists are still uncomfortable, please use an EZ bar.
For a full Cable Bicep Curl guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Cable Bicep Curl exercise guide.
How to Do Dumbbell Reverse Curl
Dumbbell Reverse Curl Muscles Worked: Biceps
Form
- 1. Please lift the dumbbell while keeping your elbows and shoulders fixed.
- 2. As you lift, rotate your wrists so that your palms face the floor.
- 3. Slowly return to the starting position.
- 4. When lowering the dumbbell, do not lower it completely; lower it just enough so that your biceps do not relax.
Coach's Tips
- It is fine to proceed with both sides at once, but if you do it one side at a time, you can feel a more concentrated contraction.
For a full Dumbbell Reverse Curl guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Dumbbell Reverse Curl exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Biceps, Cable Bicep Curl or Dumbbell Reverse Curl?
Planfit users log Cable Bicep Curl more often — 8,829 sessions against 556 for Dumbbell Reverse Curl. Both train Biceps, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Cable Bicep Curl and Dumbbell Reverse Curl need?
Cable Bicep Curl needs a machine, and Dumbbell Reverse Curl needs a dumbbell.
Which is easier to start with?
Cable Bicep Curl is the easier place to start. Move to Dumbbell Reverse Curl once your form holds up.
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