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Lever Seated Fly

Expert Advice

Keep your elbows slightly bent and fixed in the same position throughout the movement to maximize chest engagement and reduce strain on your biceps.

How-to-do Steps

  1. Sit upright on the leverage machine with your back flat against the pad.
  2. Grasp the handles with your palms facing forward.
  3. Bring the handles together in a smooth arc, focusing on contracting your chest muscles.
  4. Slowly return to the starting position while controlling the weight.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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Muscles Worked

Lever Seated Fly primarily targets the Chest, with Strength mechanics using Leverage Machine. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.

Primary
Chest
Chest70%
Secondary
Biceps
Biceps10%
Abs
Abs10%
Shoulders
Shoulders10%
Equipment
Leverage Machine
Leverage Machine
Exercise Type
Strength
70%Chest10%Biceps10%Abs10%Shoulders

Sets & Reps Guidance

Beginner3 x 10-12
Intermediate4 x 8-10
Advanced4 x 6-8

Frequently Asked Questions

What muscles does Lever Seated Fly work?
Lever Seated Fly primarily targets the Chest. Secondary muscles involved include Biceps, Abs, Shoulders. It is classified as a Strength exercise performed with Leverage Machine.
How many sets and reps should I do for Lever Seated 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 Lever Seated Fly suitable for beginners?
Lever Seated 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.