Single-Arm Cable Crossover

The Cable Crossover Single Arm targets the chest by bringing one arm across the body against constant cable resistance.

Category
Strength
Difficulty
Intermediate
Movement
Isolation
Bodyweight
No
How to

How to do the Single-Arm Cable Crossover

  1. 01

    Attach a handle to a high cable pulley.

  2. 02

    Stand sideways to the machine and grip the handle with one hand.

  3. 03

    Step away to create tension with your arm extended.

  4. 04

    Keep a slight bend in your elbow.

  5. 05

    Pull the handle across your body toward the midline.

  6. 06

    Slowly return to the starting position before switching sides.

Performance tips

Cues that matter

  • Keep your torso stable throughout
  • Maintain a slight bend in your elbow
  • Control the return phase to maintain tension
Muscles

Muscles worked

Equipment

What you need

Common questions

Frequently asked

What muscles does the Single-Arm Cable Crossover work?

The Single-Arm Cable Crossover primarily targets the Chest. Supporting muscles include Shoulders.

Is the Single-Arm Cable Crossover a compound or isolation exercise?

The Single-Arm Cable Crossover is an isolation exercise, meaning it focuses on a single muscle group through one joint movement.

What equipment do I need for the Single-Arm Cable Crossover?

You need the following equipment: Cable Machine.

What difficulty level is the Single-Arm Cable Crossover?

The Single-Arm Cable Crossover is rated as intermediate difficulty. Some training experience is helpful for performing this exercise safely.

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