Demo & instructions
Cable Fly
Also known as: Cable Chest Fly, Standing Cable Fly, Cable Crossover
Instructions
Standing between two cables, you sweep your arms together in a wide hugging arc. It works the chest on its own, with steady tension from the stretch to the squeeze.
- Movement
- Horizontal push
- Type
- Isolation
- Level
- Beginner
- Typical range
- 8–20 reps
Setup
- 1Set both pulleys at about shoulder height and attach a single handle to each.
- 2Take a handle in each hand and step forward into a split stance until the cables are taut.
- 3Open your arms out to the sides with a soft bend in your elbows and your chest lifted.
Execution
- 1Sweep your hands forward and together in a wide arc, keeping the same elbow bend throughout.
- 2Bring your hands to meet in front of your chest and squeeze for a moment.
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Strength
Muscle building
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