Low-to-High Cable Fly

An isolation cable exercise for the upper pectoralis major.

  • Chest
  • Cable
  • Isolation

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Muscles worked

MainUpper pectoralis major
AlsoAnterior deltoid

Setup

The upward path biases the upper chest fibers.

How to do it well

  • Set the pulleys low
  • Sweep the handles up and together
  • Squeeze in front of the collarbones

Common mistakes

  • Bending the elbows into a press
  • Shrugging the shoulders

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General guidance, not medical advice. Start lighter than you think, and check with a doctor first if you have a health condition or injury.