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Instructions
- Set the pulleys to the lowest position and attach single handle grips.
- Place a flat bench centered between the cable stacks.
- Grab the handles, lie flat on the bench, and plant your feet firmly on the floor.
- Extend your arms out to the sides with a slight bend in the elbows.
- Bring the handles together in a wide arc until they meet over your chest.
- Pause briefly, then return slowly to the starting position maintaining control.
Technical Tips
- Keep a slight bend in your elbows throughout the movement.
- Avoid letting your hands go lower than your chest level.
- Maintain a slow and controlled tempo to maximize tension.
- Keep your shoulders retracted and back flat on the bench.
Breathing Tips
- Exhale as you bring the handles together over your chest.
- Inhale as you return to the starting position with control.
Restrictions médicales
- Shoulder impingement or rotator cuff injury
- Pectoral strain or tear
- Severe thoracic spine issues
What muscles do flat bench cable flyes work?
Flat bench cable flyes primarily target the chest muscles, especially the middle chest, while also engaging the front deltoids and inner chest for stabilization and control.
Are cable flyes better than dumbbell flyes?
Cable flyes offer more constant tension throughout the movement, making them more effective for muscle activation and control compared to dumbbell flyes, which lose tension at the top.
How many reps should I do for cable flyes?
For muscle growth, perform 8–12 reps per set using a weight that challenges you while allowing full control and proper form.
Can beginners do flat bench cable flyes?
Flat bench cable flyes are better suited for intermediate lifters due to the coordination required to maintain form and tension; beginners should first master chest presses and machine flyes.
Why use a flat bench for cable flyes?
Using a flat bench for cable flyes targets the mid-chest evenly and allows for stable positioning, maximizing stretch and contraction through a full range of motion.
Flat Bench Cable Flyes are a highly effective isolation exercise designed to develop and sculpt the chest muscles, particularly the middle pectorals. Performed using a cable machine and a flat bench, this movement involves bringing the arms together in a wide arc while maintaining a slight bend in the elbows, allowing for a deep stretch and a strong contraction at the peak. The use of cables provides continuous tension throughout the entire range of motion, which increases muscle activation compared to traditional dumbbell flyes. This exercise is ideal for individuals looking to improve the definition and symmetry of their chest while minimizing joint stress due to the controlled and guided nature of the cable system. Flat Bench Cable Flyes are suitable for intermediate lifters and can be easily integrated into hypertrophy-focused training programs. They are especially beneficial for refining chest aesthetics and enhancing mind-muscle connection. Proper form and controlled execution are critical to maximize effectiveness and prevent injury.