Standing cable chest fly: how to do it and what it works

Standing horizontal shoulder adduction with cables.

Main muscles

Pectoralis major

Secondary muscles

Deltoid, Triceps brachii

Equipment

Cable

Image: start and end of the movement.

Cable chest crossover

Cable crossover that keeps tension on the pecs as you bring your arms together in front of the trunk.

Form. Lean the trunk slightly, bring your hands forward in an arc and return with scapular control.

Common mistake. Rolling your shoulders forward, hyperextending your back, or letting the weights clash at the end.

Pectoralis major · Cable

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