Cable Standing Crossover High Reverse Fly
Expert Advice
Maintain a slight bend in your elbows throughout the exercise to keep the focus on the rear deltoids.
How-to-do Steps
- Attach two single handles to the high pulleys on a cable machine and select the desired weight.
- Stand in the center of the cable machine with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- Grasp the left handle with your right hand and the right handle with your left hand, crossing them in front of you.
- With a slight bend in your elbows, open your arms out to the sides, pulling the handles down and across your body.
- Squeeze your shoulder blades together at the end of the movement.
- Slowly return to the starting position with control.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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Muscles Worked
Cable Standing Crossover High Reverse Fly primarily targets the Shoulders, with Strength mechanics using Cable. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.
Primary
Shoulders70%
Secondary
Traps30%
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 Standing Crossover High Reverse Fly work?
Cable Standing Crossover High Reverse Fly primarily targets the Shoulders. Secondary muscles involved include Traps. It is classified as a Strength exercise performed with Cable.
How many sets and reps should I do for Cable Standing Crossover High Reverse 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 Standing Crossover High Reverse Fly suitable for beginners?
Cable Standing Crossover High Reverse 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.
