Cable Standing Alternate Low Fly Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Pectoralis Major
- Equipment
- Cable
- Body Part
- Chest
- Primary Muscle
- Pectoralis Major
- Secondary Muscles
- Deltoid Anterior, Biceps Brachii
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Standing Cable Fly
How to: Cable Standing Alternate Low Fly
- Stand between two cable machines with the cables set at the lowest position.
- Grab the handles with your arms extended out to your sides.
- Keeping a slight bend in your elbows, pull the handles in front of your body in an arc.
- Squeeze your chest muscles at the end of the movement.
- Slowly return to the starting position and repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Allowing the shoulders to rise during the fly.
- Using excessive momentum instead of controlled motion.
- Locking the elbows completely rather than keeping a slight bend.
Modifications
- Use lighter weights to reduce strain on the shoulders.
- Perform the exercise seated for added support.
Tips
- Keep your elbows slightly bent throughout the movement.
- Engage your core for stability during the exercise.
- Control the movement, avoiding jerky or rapid motions.
Cable Standing Alternate Low Fly Alternatives
Tags
chest
strength
fly
cable
pectorals
muscle building