Exercise guide

Cable Standing Crossover Single-Arm

Cable Single Arm Chest Crossovers target the chest while allowing you to focus on one side at a time. The cable provides constant tension, helping improve muscle control and balance. This exercise is great for shaping the chest and improving symmetry.

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

How to do the Cable Standing Crossover Single-Arm

  1. 01

    Set a cable pulley slightly above chest height with a single handle.

  2. 02

    Stand sideways to the machine and grab the handle with the arm farthest from the machine.

  3. 03

    Step away to create tension and brace your core.

  4. 04

    Pull the handle across your body toward the center of your chest.

  5. 05

    Squeeze your chest at the end of the movement.

  6. 06

    Slowly return to the starting position with control.

  7. 07

    Complete all reps on one side before switching arms.

Performance tips

Cues that matter

  • Keep a slight bend in your elbow.
  • Avoid twisting your torso.
  • Focus on squeezing your chest, not your arm.
Muscles

Muscles worked

Equipment

What you need

Common questions

Frequently asked

What muscles does the Cable Standing Crossover Single-Arm work?

The Cable Standing Crossover Single-Arm primarily targets the Chest. Supporting muscles include Abs.

Is the Cable Standing Crossover Single-Arm a compound or isolation exercise?

The Cable Standing Crossover Single-Arm 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 Crossover Single-Arm?

You need the following equipment: Cable Machine.

What difficulty level is the Cable Standing Crossover Single-Arm?

The Cable Standing Crossover Single-Arm is rated as intermediate difficulty. Some training experience is helpful for performing this exercise safely.

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