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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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