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Animated demo of Cable Standing Fly targeting Pectorals
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Cable Standing Fly

An exercise for the Chest - correct movement demonstrated with detailed steps.

Body partChest Target musclePectorals EquipmentCable

Step by step

  1. Attach the handles to the cables at chest height.
  2. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, facing away from the cable machine.
  3. Grasp the handles with an overhand grip, palms facing forward.
  4. Step forward slightly to create tension in the cables.
  5. Keep your core engaged and your back straight throughout the exercise.
  6. With a slight bend in your elbows, slowly bring your arms forward and together in front of your chest.
  7. Squeeze your chest muscles at the peak of the movement.
  8. Slowly reverse the movement, returning your arms to the starting position.
  9. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles worked

Pectorals (primary)DeltoidsTriceps

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