Target Muscle

    Chest

    Equipment

    Cable

    Difficulty

    Intermediate

    Category

    Strength

    Cable Middle Fly

    The cable middle fly is an isolation exercise targeting the pectoral muscles using a cable machine. It emphasizes chest development and also engages the deltoids and tricep as secondary muscles.

    Also Works

    ShouldersTriceps

    How to Perform

    1. 1

      Attach cables to both sides of a cable machine at chest height.

    2. 2

      Stand in the center of the machine with one foot slightly in front of the other.

    3. 3

      Grasp the handles with an overhand grip and extend your arms out to the sides.

    4. 4

      Keep a slight bend in your elbows and maintain a slight forward lean.

    5. 5

      Engage your chest muscles and bring your arms forward in a sweeping motion.

    6. 6

      Pause for a moment at the center, then slowly return your arms back to the starting position.

    7. 7

      Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

    Pro Tips

    • Focus on controlled movements rather than speed
    • Breathe out during the exertion phase
    • Keep your core engaged throughout the movement

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