Cable Lying Fly

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Learn how to do the Cable Lying Fly with proper form and technique. This cable exercise primarily targets your Pectorals, with secondary emphasis on Deltoids, Triceps.

Cable Lying Fly exercise demonstration showing proper form

How to Do the Cable Lying Fly

Follow these steps to perform the Cable Lying Fly with correct form:

  1. 1Attach the handles to the cables and lie flat on a bench with your feet flat on the ground.
  2. 2Hold the handles with your palms facing each other and your arms extended straight above your chest.
  3. 3Keeping a slight bend in your elbows, lower your arms out to the sides in a wide arc until you feel a stretch in your chest.
  4. 4Pause for a moment, then squeeze your chest muscles to bring your arms back to the starting position.
  5. 5Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Cable Lying Fly Muscles Worked

Primary

pectorals

Secondary

deltoidstriceps

Exercise Details

Equipment
cable
Body Part
chest
Category
Extended

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Frequently Asked Questions

What muscles does the Cable Lying Fly work?

The Cable Lying Fly primarily targets your Pectorals. Secondary muscles worked include Deltoids, Triceps. This makes it an effective exercise for developing your chest.

What equipment do I need for the Cable Lying Fly?

The Cable Lying Fly requires cable. Make sure your equipment is properly set up and you have enough space to perform the movement with full range of motion.

How do I perform the Cable Lying Fly with proper form?

Start by attach the handles to the cables and lie flat on a bench with your feet flat on the ground.. Hold the handles with your palms facing each other and your arms extended straight above your chest. Keeping a slight bend in your elbows, lower your arms out to the sides in a wide arc until you feel a stretch in your chest. Focus on controlled movement throughout the entire range of motion. See the full step-by-step instructions above for complete form guidance.

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