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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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