Chest · Isolation

Cable Crossover

A standing cable fly that keeps constant tension on the chest through the whole range.

MAIN MUSCLE
Chest
ALSO WORKS
Front delts
EQUIPMENT
Cable
LEVEL
Beginner
REPS
12-15
TEMPO
2-1-2
THE FIGURE FROM THE APPWORKING MUSCLE

HOW TO DO IT

  1. Set both pulleys at shoulder height and take a handle in each hand.

  2. Step forward into a staggered stance with a slight forward lean.

  3. With elbows softly bent, bring the handles together in front of the chest.

  4. Return slowly until you feel a stretch across the chest.

COMMON MISTAKES

  • Bending and extending the elbows so it turns into a press; keep a fixed soft bend.
  • Stretching too deep with heavy load; stop where you feel a stretch, not shoulder strain.

TIPS

  • Think of hugging a big tree and squeezing the chest at the top.

QUESTIONS

Which muscles does Cable Crossover work?

The main muscle is Chest. It also works Front delts.

How many reps should I do?

FORGE suggests 12-15 reps for Cable Crossover. The app adjusts sets and reps to your goal and level.

What can I do instead of Cable Crossover?

These train the same muscles: Pec Deck Fly, Dumbbell Fly, Low-to-High Cable Fly.