23/08/2025
Difference between:
Undergrip Pulldowns and Bicep Curls
Undergrip Biceps-Focused Pulldowns:
Since the bicep action involves not just the elbows but also the shoulder joint, which helps in shoulder flexion, the pulldown incorporates both shoulder and elbow flexion simultaneously. This targets the biceps from both ends and results in overall greater activation of the biceps compared to conventional elbow curls.
Conventional Bicep Curls:
In this exercise, the elbow joint is the primary joint used, and the biceps are not as active as they are during pulldowns. This is because the action of shoulder flexion is not involved, leading to less activation of the biceps compared to pulldowns.
The percentages of impact on muscles are approximate values for reference and may vary slightly from person to person.
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