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gif_boxCable Lying Fly
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CableCategory
strength
Mechanic
isolation
Cal/min
5.5
Force
push
Cable Lying Fly is a beginner single-joint isolation pushing exercise targeting the Pectorals in the Chest region. Performed using cable, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Deltoids and Triceps.
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Attach the handles to the cables and lie flat on a bench with your feet flat on the ground.
Hold the handles with your palms facing each other and your arms extended straight above your chest.
Keeping a slight bend in your elbows, lower your arms out to the sides in a wide arc until you feel a stretch in your chest.
Pause for a moment, then squeeze your chest muscles to bring your arms back to the starting position.
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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