Exercise guide

Cable Standing Chest Fly Neutral-Angle

The Cable Standing Chest Fly Neutral-Angle targets the chest using a natural, horizontal arm path. The neutral angle allows for constant tension on the chest muscles while reducing stress on the shoulders.

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 Neutral-Angle

  1. 01

    Set both cable handles at mid-chest height.

  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

  • Keep a slight bend in your elbows throughout the movement.
  • Focus on squeezing the chest rather than moving the handles quickly.
  • Control the return to maintain tension.
Muscles

Muscles worked

Equipment

What you need

Common questions

Frequently asked

What muscles does the Cable Standing Chest Fly Neutral-Angle work?

The Cable Standing Chest Fly Neutral-Angle primarily targets the Chest. Supporting muscles include Shoulders.

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

The Cable Standing Chest Fly Neutral-Angle 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 Neutral-Angle?

You need the following equipment: Cable Machine.

What difficulty level is the Cable Standing Chest Fly Neutral-Angle?

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

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