Chest Intermediate

Cable Fly

  • Chest
  • Front Delts

Cable

Abstract movement graphic. Follow the written steps below.

How to perform

  1. Set two pulleys around chest height and stand between them in a staggered stance.

  2. Hold the handles with a slight, steady bend in your elbows.

  3. Bring your hands together in front of your chest in a wide arc.

  4. Open your arms slowly until you reach a comfortable chest stretch.

Key cues

  • Keep the elbow angle nearly unchanged.
  • Stay still through the torso.
  • Bring the arms together rather than pressing the handles.

Common mistakes

  • Using a load that forces a forward lean.
  • Bending the elbows more on every rep.
  • Pulling the arms too far behind the body.

Alternatives

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