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Exercise 1637 · REF ioTf098

Cable Overhead Curl On Exercise Ball exercise animation

Cable Overhead Curl On Exercise Ball

Category
Upper Arms
Equipment
Cable
Target
Biceps

Adding a stability ball to an overhead cable curl layers a balance challenge onto an already unusual bicep angle, since the arms are stretched overhead while the torso has to stay steady on an unstable base. It's a demanding, more advanced version of the overhead curl, useful for building core stability alongside bicep work. Lighter weight is the norm — the ball limits how much load is practical to control.

How to Do the Cable Overhead Curl On Exercise Ball

  1. Sit on an exercise ball and hold the cable handle with an underhand grip.
  2. Extend your arms fully overhead, keeping your elbows close to your ears.
  3. Slowly curl the cable down towards your forehead, keeping your upper arms stationary.
  4. Pause for a moment at the bottom of the movement, then slowly return to the starting position.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles Worked

The Cable Overhead Curl On Exercise Ball primarily targets the Biceps, with Forearms as the primary synergist muscle group, along with the Shoulders.

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Equipment Alternatives

Don't have cable? These target the same biceps with different equipment.

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FAQ

What muscles does the Cable Overhead Curl On Exercise Ball work?
The Cable Overhead Curl On Exercise Ball primarily targets the biceps, with the forearms and shoulders assisting.
What equipment do I need for the Cable Overhead Curl On Exercise Ball?
The Cable Overhead Curl On Exercise Ball is done with a cable.
What's a good alternative to the Cable Overhead Curl On Exercise Ball?
If you don't have access to a cable, the Biceps Leg Concentration Curl targets the same biceps using body weight instead.