Cable Bicep Curl vs EZ-Bar Bicep Curl
Which one fits your Biceps workout plan?
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Planfit users log EZ-Bar Bicep Curl more often — 19,481 sessions vs 8,829. Compare Biceps form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Cable Bicep Curl and EZ-Bar Bicep Curl and pick the one that fits your Biceps workout.
Cable Bicep Curl vs EZ-Bar Bicep Curl: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log EZ-Bar Bicep Curl more often — 19,481 sessions compared to 8,829 for Cable Bicep Curl.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Cable Bicep Curl and EZ-Bar Bicep 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 EZ-Bar Bicep Curl Differ
| What differs | Cable Bicep Curl | EZ-Bar Bicep Curl |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a machine | a barbell |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 8,829 sessions | 19,481 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 EZ-Bar Bicep Curl
EZ-Bar Bicep 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
- This is an exercise recommended for those who experience wrist pain when using a standard barbell. If you have no issues performing with a standard barbell, please use it for a greater contraction feeling.
For a full EZ-Bar Bicep Curl guide with alternatives and benefits, see the EZ-Bar Bicep Curl exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Biceps, Cable Bicep Curl or EZ-Bar Bicep Curl?
Planfit users log EZ-Bar Bicep Curl more often — 19,481 sessions against 8,829 for Cable Bicep 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 EZ-Bar Bicep Curl need?
Cable Bicep Curl needs a machine, and EZ-Bar Bicep Curl needs a barbell.
Which is easier to start with?
Cable Bicep Curl is the easier place to start. Move to EZ-Bar Bicep Curl once your form holds up.
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