Cable Low Fly
Expert Advice
Keep your movements controlled and avoid using momentum to bring the handles together; focus on the chest muscles doing the work.
How-to-do Steps
- Set the pulleys to the lowest position and select the desired weight.
- Stand in the center of the cable machine with a handle in each hand.
- Lean slightly forward with a slight bend in your elbows.
- With your palms facing up, bring your hands together in a wide arc until they meet in front of your body.
- Slowly reverse the motion back to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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Muscles Worked
Cable Low Fly primarily targets the Chest, with Strength mechanics using Cable. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.
Primary

Chest60%
Secondary


Biceps20%

Shoulders20%
Equipment
Cable

Exercise Type
Strength
Sets & Reps Guidance
Beginner3 x 10-12
Intermediate4 x 8-10
Advanced4 x 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does Cable Low Fly work?
Cable Low Fly primarily targets the Chest. Secondary muscles involved include Biceps, Shoulders. It is classified as a Strength exercise performed with Cable.
How many sets and reps should I do for Cable Low Fly?
For beginners, start with 3 sets of 10-12. Intermediate lifters can do 4 sets of 8-10. Advanced athletes can push to 4 sets of 6-8. Adjust based on your goals and recovery capacity.
Is Cable Low Fly suitable for beginners?
Cable Low Fly is rated as intermediate difficulty. Beginners may want to start with lighter loads or simpler variations and progress to this exercise as their strength and coordination improve.