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Incline Bench Cable Fly

Set an incline bench between two cable machines with the pulleys positioned at the middle setting.

Exercise details

Primary muscle

Upper chest

Also works: Front delts

Equipment
Cable,Bench
Tracking
Reps and weight

Execution

How to do it

  1. Set an incline bench between two cable machines with the pulleys positioned at the middle setting. Lie back on the bench with your feet flat on the floor. Grasp a handle in each hand, with your palms facing up and your arms extended to your sides.

  2. Keep a slight bend in your elbows and your back pressed firmly against the bench.

  3. Raise the handles opposite your chest in a wide arc, until your arms are level with your chest, squeezing your chest muscles at the top of the movement.

  4. Lower the handles back the starting position in a controlled manner. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Form tips

  • Keep a slight bend in your elbows throughout the exercise to avoid straining your joints.

  • Keep your back and head pressed firmly against the bench.

  • Exhale as you bring the handles up and inhale as you lower them down.

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