1 / 4Low-to-High Cable Fly
A cable fly that starts low and sweeps up to chest height. The upward path puts the work on the upper chest.
ChestShoulders
- Level
- Intermediate
- Equipment
- Cable
- Main muscle
- Chest
- Also works
- Shoulders
- Beginner sets
- 3 × 10–15
- Rest
- 60 seconds
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See the app · coming soonHow to do it
- 1Set both pulleys at the lowest position and take a handle in each hand.
- 2Stand in the middle with your arms down and slightly out.
- 3Raise your hands up and together to chin height.
- 4Lower them slowly along the same path.
Common mistakes
- Lifting the hands above the face
- Using the arms and shoulders instead of the chest
- Rounding the back to finish the rep
Tips
- Set the pulleys at the lowest point
- Sweep the hands up and in to about chin height
- Keep the chest up and squeeze at the top
Questions
What does low-to-high fly target?
The upper chest, the part just under the collarbones.
How heavy should it be?
Light to moderate. Pick a weight you control for 12 to 15 reps without swinging.
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