Exercise · chest
Cable Fly
An isolation movement that keeps constant tension on the chest through the full range.
Primary muscle
chest
Equipment
machine
Difficulty
beginner
Sets and reps
3 sets of 12-15 reps
How to perform
- 1Set both cable pulleys to chest height and grab a handle in each hand.
- 2Step forward with a slight lean, elbows softly bent.
- 3Bring your hands together in front of your chest in a hugging motion.
- 4Control the return until you feel a stretch across the chest.
Common mistakes
Turning it into a press by bending the elbows too much.
Using too much weight and recruiting the shoulders.
Rushing the eccentric instead of controlling the stretch.