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    Lying Floor Fly Exercise Guide

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    Exercise Profile

    Target
    Pectoralis Major
    Equipment
    Body weight
    Body Part
    Chest
    Primary Muscle
    Pectoralis Major
    Secondary Muscles
    Deltoids, Triceps Brachii
    Intensity
    medium
    Category
    strength
    Skill Level
    intermediate
    Estimated Calories
    5
    Alternate Names
    Floor Fly, Lying Chest Fly

    Visualised Target Muscle Groups

    Front

    Body muscles front

    Back

    Body muscles back

    How to: Lying Floor Fly

    1. Lie down on the floor with your back flat and a weight in each hand.
    2. Start with your arms extended out to the sides at shoulder level.
    3. Slowly lower the weights towards the ground, keeping the elbow slightly bent.
    4. Engage your chest and raise the weights back to the starting position.
    5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

    Common Mistakes

    • Lifting weights too high, which can strain the shoulders.
    • Using too much weight, leading to poor form.
    • Not fully extending or contracting the arms during the fly.

    Modifications

    • Use lighter weights or no weights at all for beginners.
    • Perform the exercise on a stability ball for added support.

    Tips

    • Keep a slight bend in your elbows throughout the movement.
    • Control the weight and avoid dropping it suddenly to reduce strain on your joints.
    • Engage your core to maintain a stable position on the floor.

    Lying Floor Fly Alternatives

    Dumbbell One Arm Low Fly

    Dumbbell One Arm Low Fly

    Body Part: Chest

    Dumbbell One Arm Floor Fly

    Dumbbell One Arm Floor Fly

    Body Part: Chest

    Lying Shoulder Sweep

    Lying Shoulder Sweep

    Body Part: Chest, Shoulders

    Floor Fly with Towels

    Floor Fly with Towels

    Body Part: Chest

    Tags

    chest
    pectorals
    strength
    fly exercise
    body weight
    intermediate

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