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Cable Chest Fly

A chest isolation exercise that targets the pectoralis major muscles through controlled fly movements using cable resistance for consistent tension throughout the range of motion.

Exercise Overview

Category

General Resistance

Exercise_Type

Strength

Difficulty_Level

Intermediate

Technique

Stand between two cable pulleys set at chest height, holding the cable handles with arms extended. Bring your hands together in front of your chest in a controlled motion, then return to the starting position.

Starting Position

Begin standing between two cable pulleys with arms extended, holding the cable handles at chest height.

Finishing Position

Return to the starting position with arms extended, maintaining control throughout the movement.

Form Cues

Keep arms slightly bent, control the movement, squeeze chest muscles, maintain form

Common Mistakes

Using momentum, not controlling the movement, locking elbows, poor posture

Progression Tips

Increase weight, add pause at peak contraction, perform seated variation, or use different angles.

Regression Tips

Use lighter weight, perform with dumbbells, or practice basic chest flys first.

Safety Notes

Maintain proper form to avoid shoulder strain. Stop if you experience pain in the shoulders, chest, or elbows. Keep your core engaged throughout the movement.