Cable Standing Up Straight Crossovers Exercise Guide

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Exercise Profile

Target
Pectoralis Major Sternal Head
Equipment
Cable
Body Part
Chest
Primary Muscle
Pectoralis Major Sternal Head
Secondary Muscles
Biceps Brachii, Pectoralis Major Clavicular Head, Deltoid Anterior
Intensity
medium
Category
strength
Skill Level
intermediate
Estimated Calories
5.5
Alternate Names
Cable Crossovers

Visualised Target Muscle Groups

Front

Body muscles front

Back

Body muscles back

How to: Cable Standing Up Straight Crossovers

  1. Set the cable pulleys to the appropriate height for the crossover.
  2. Stand in the center, grasp the handles with both hands.
  3. With a slight bend in your elbows, pull the cables down and across your body, engaging your chest muscles.
  4. Squeeze your chest at the bottom of the movement, then slowly return to the starting position.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Common Mistakes

  • Leaning too far forward or backward.
  • Not fully extending arms during the motion.
  • Using excessive weight, which can lead to improper form.

Modifications

  • Perform the exercise seated for better stability.
  • Use lighter weights to focus on form.

Tips

  • Ensure to maintain proper posture while performing the exercise to avoid any strain.
  • Control the movement and avoid using momentum to pull the cables.
  • Keep your elbows slightly bent to reduce joint strain.

Tags

chest
strength
pectorals
upper body
cable
fitness

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