Cable One-Arm Biceps Curl Alternative
12 substitute exercises that target the same muscles
Ski Ergometer
Cable Standing High Cross Triceps Extension
Cable Bent-Over Single Arm Neutral Grip Kickback with Rope Attachment
Cable Reverse Grip Pushdown
Dumbbell Reverse Push-Up
Bodyweight Muscle-Up
Plank Push-Up Row
Muscle-Up
Cable Bent-Over Neutral Grip Kickback with Rope Attachment
Shoulder Stretch Behind the Back
Back and Shoulders Stretch
Dumbbell One-Arm Kickback
Criteria used to find exercise alternatives
Same target muscles
We rank alternatives highest when their primary muscles exactly match. i.e: same target muscle, different movement.
Full muscle overlap
Secondary muscles and synergists are scored too, keeping the overall movement pattern close to the original lift.
Equipment considered
Equipment overlap nudges similar-kit options up the list. But we include different-equipment alternatives too so you're never stuck.
What the Cable One-Arm Biceps Curl trains
Primary Triceps Brachii
Secondary Deltoid Posterior Latissimus Dorsi