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Chest · Band
Chest Fly High to Low Resistance Band
Chest Fly High to Low Resistance Band is a beginner isolation strength exercise that works the pectorals (chest), with the shoulders and biceps assisting. It needs a band. A typical prescription is 3 sets of 10-15 reps, and it burns about 4.3 calories per minute.
- Target
- Pectorals
- Body part
- Chest
- Equipment
- Band
- Category
- Strength
- Mechanic
- Isolation
- Force
- Push
- Sets × reps
- 3 × 10-15
- Calories / min
- ≈ 4.3 kcal
Primary muscles
- Chest · Clavicular head
Secondary muscles
- Shoulders · Deltoids
- Biceps · Biceps Brachii
How to do Chest Fly High to Low Resistance Band
- Attach the resistance band to a low anchor point behind you. Stand facing away from the anchor point, holding a handle in each hand with your palms facing up.
- Position one leg forward and the other back, with both knees slightly bent, keeping your back straight and your arms extended down and slightly behind you.
- Raise the handles up and together in a wide arc, bringing them to meet at head level while keeping a slight bend in your elbows.
- Slowly lower your arms back to the starting position with control. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Form tips
- Exhale as you raise the handles and inhale as you lower them back down.
- Use a lighter resistance band if needed to ensure proper form and gradually increase the resistance as you get stronger.
- Focus on squeezing your upper chest muscles at the top of the movement.
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Chest Fly High to Low Resistance Band FAQ
What muscles does Chest Fly High to Low Resistance Band work?
Chest Fly High to Low Resistance Band mainly works the pectorals in the chest (Clavicular head). The shoulders and biceps work as secondary muscles.
What equipment do you need for Chest Fly High to Low Resistance Band?
You need a band.
How many sets and reps of Chest Fly High to Low Resistance Band should I do?
Start with 3 sets of 10-15 reps. Pick a load or variation where the last one or two reps are hard but your form stays clean.
Is Chest Fly High to Low Resistance Band good for beginners?
Yes. Chest Fly High to Low Resistance Band is rated beginner, so it's a sound choice while you learn to train the pectorals.
How many calories does Chest Fly High to Low Resistance Band burn?
About 4.3 calories per minute for a person of around 70 kg, based on a MET value of 3.5. Ten minutes of work is roughly 43 calories; heavier people burn more.
What is a good alternative to Chest Fly High to Low Resistance Band?
Other exercises for the pectorals include Cable Machine Low to High, Cable Machine High to Low, Cable Low Fly and Suspension Trainer With Grips Chest Fly.
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