Target Muscle

    Shoulders

    Equipment

    Machine

    Difficulty

    Beginner

    Category

    Strength

    Neutral Grip Seated Reverse Fly

    The seated reverse fly (parallel grip) is a machine-based exercise targeting the rear deltoids, with secondary emphasis on the trapezius and rhomboids. It involves pulling the handles back and outward while seated, focusing on squeezing the shoulder blades together.

    Also Works

    TrapeziusRhomboids

    How to Perform

    1. 1

      Adjust the seat height and position yourself on the machine with your chest against the pad and your feet flat on the floor.

    2. 2

      Grasp the handles with a parallel grip, palms facing each other, and keep your arms slightly bent.

    3. 3

      Exhale and squeeze your shoulder blades together as you pull the handles back and outward, away from your body.

    4. 4

      Pause for a moment at the peak contraction, then inhale and slowly return to the starting position.

    5. 5

      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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