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cable standing cross-over high reverse fly
cable standing cross-over high reverse fly is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1. Attach a D-handle to each side of a cable machine at shoulder height.
Step 2. Stand in the middle of the cable machine with your feet shoulder-width apart.
Step 3. Grasp the handles with an overhand grip and extend your arms out to the sides, palms facing forward.
Step 4. Keep a slight bend in your elbows and maintain a straight back throughout the exercise.
Step 5. Engage your shoulder muscles and squeeze your shoulder blades together as you pull the handles towards the front of your body.
Step 6. Pause for a moment at the peak of the movement, then slowly return to the starting position.
Muscles & body parts
Primary muscles
delts
Secondary muscles
trapeziusrhomboidsrear deltoids
Primary body parts
shoulders
Common mistakes & warnings
Form & control
Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.
Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.
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