Exercise guide

Cable Standing Chest Fly

The Cable Standing Chest Fly is a chest isolation exercise that uses constant cable tension to build strength and definition in the chest. Performing the movement standing increases core engagement and promotes balanced muscle activation.

Category
Strength
Difficulty
Intermediate
Movement
Compound
Bodyweight
No
Chest muscle illustration
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How to

How to do the Cable Standing Chest Fly

  1. 01

    Set both cable pulleys to chest height and attach single handles.

  2. 02

    Stand centered between the pulleys in a staggered stance.

  3. 03

    Start with your arms extended slightly behind your body and elbows softly bent.

  4. 04

    Bring the handles together in front of your chest in a wide arc.

  5. 05

    Squeeze your chest at the center position.

  6. 06

    Slowly return your arms back to the starting position.

  7. 07

    Repeat for the desired number of reps.

Performance tips

Cues that matter

  • Maintain a slight bend in your elbows throughout the movement.
  • Avoid letting the weights pull your shoulders forward.
  • Control the return to keep tension on the chest.
Muscles

Muscles worked

Equipment

What you need

Common questions

Frequently asked

What muscles does the Cable Standing Chest Fly work?

The Cable Standing Chest Fly primarily targets the Chest. Supporting muscles include Abs.

Is the Cable Standing Chest Fly a compound or isolation exercise?

The Cable Standing Chest Fly is a compound exercise, meaning it works multiple muscle groups and joints in a single movement.

What equipment do I need for the Cable Standing Chest Fly?

You need the following equipment: Cable Machine.

What difficulty level is the Cable Standing Chest Fly?

The Cable Standing Chest Fly is rated as intermediate difficulty. Some training experience is helpful for performing this exercise safely.

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