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Chest

Incline Cable Flye

Primary muscle
Chest
Also works
Shoulders
Equipment
Cable
Movement pattern
Horizontal push
Role in a program
Accessory

How to do it

Place an incline bench between two low pulleys and hold a handle in each hand. Bring the handles up and together over the upper chest in a wide arc, then lower under control to a stretch. The cables keep constant tension on the upper pecs.

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Similar & swap-friendly exercises

Missing the equipment, or does this one aggravate something today? These also train the chest — pick a substitute that feels strong and pain-free. For an actual injury, get it assessed by a professional.

No-equipment alternatives

Training at home or on the road — bodyweight options for the chest: