Exercise guide

Cable Standing Fly High-to-Low

Cable High to Low Chest Flys target the lower and middle chest with smooth, constant tension. Pulling the cables downward helps emphasize chest contraction while keeping your shoulders supported. This exercise is great for shaping and finishing chest workouts.

Category
Strength
Difficulty
Intermediate
Movement
Compound
Bodyweight
No
Chest muscle illustration
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How to

How to do the Cable Standing Fly High-to-Low

  1. 01

    Set both cable pulleys high and attach handles.

  2. 02

    Stand between the machines with one foot slightly forward.

  3. 03

    Grab the handles and extend your arms out to the sides.

  4. 04

    Bring your hands down and together in front of your body.

  5. 05

    Squeeze your chest at the bottom of the movement.

  6. 06

    Slowly return your arms back to the starting position.

  7. 07

    Repeat with controlled motion.

Performance tips

Cues that matter

  • Keep a slight bend in your elbows throughout.
  • Avoid letting the weights pull your arms back too fast.
  • Focus on bringing your hands together, not just forward.
Muscles

Muscles worked

Equipment

What you need

Common questions

Frequently asked

What muscles does the Cable Standing Fly High-to-Low work?

The Cable Standing Fly High-to-Low primarily targets the Chest. Supporting muscles include Shoulders.

Is the Cable Standing Fly High-to-Low a compound or isolation exercise?

The Cable Standing Fly High-to-Low is a compound exercise, meaning it works multiple muscle groups and joints in a single movement.

What equipment do I need for the Cable Standing Fly High-to-Low?

You need the following equipment: Cable Machine.

What difficulty level is the Cable Standing Fly High-to-Low?

The Cable Standing Fly High-to-Low is rated as intermediate difficulty. Some training experience is helpful for performing this exercise safely.

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