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Cable chest fly

Bring hands together in a comfortable arc with soft elbows.

Cable chest fly — illustrative movement reference

Target muscles

Pectorals, anterior shoulders and triceps

Setup

Set shoulders comfortably and keep feet planted or body supported.

Perform the move

Bring hands together in a comfortable arc with soft elbows. Return slowly to the starting position. Keep breathing and stop if the movement causes pain.

Why use it?

Improve horizontal pushing strength.

Common mistake

Forcing shoulder range

Alternative

Band fly

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Use the setup, movement, common mistake and easier option above. A selected external demonstration for this exact variation has not been added yet.

Exercise within a comfortable range. Stop if a movement causes pain.

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