Cable fly
Also called cable crossover, standing cable fly
- Works
- Chest · pectoralis major
- Front of the shoulder · anterior deltoid
- Needs
- Cable machine
Setup
Set both pulleys at shoulder height. Hold a handle in each hand and step forward so the cables pull your arms back a little. Stand with one foot in front of the other.
Steps
- Keep a small bend in your elbows.
- Bring your hands together in front of your chest in a wide arc.
- Squeeze for a moment.
- Let your arms open slowly along the same arc.
Breathing
Breathe in as you lower. Breathe out as you pull.
Where you feel it
Across your chest.
Common mistakes
- Bending the elbows more to pull, which turns it into a press.
- Leaning far forward.
When to stop
Stop if you feel sharp pain, pain in a joint, dizziness or numbness.