Exercises / Chest / Cable Cross-Over Variation

Cable Cross-Over Variation

Cable Cross-Over Variation: step-by-step technique, the muscles it works and a demo clip. Equipment: cable.

Video and illustrations: Gym visual, licensed to AIron.Coach.
  • Equipmentcable
  • Body partchest
Primary muscles
pectorals, deltoids
Secondary muscles
triceps
Add to a client's plan

Free coach account, up to 3 clients

For coaches: build plans from this library, free. See how it works

How to do it

  1. Adjust the cable pulleys to chest height.
  2. Stand in the center of the cable machine with one foot in front of the other.
  3. Grasp the handles with your palms facing down and your arms extended out to the sides.
  4. Take a step forward, keeping your arms slightly bent.
  5. With a slight bend in your elbows, bring your hands together in front of your chest.
  6. Pause for a moment, then slowly return your arms back to the starting position.
  7. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Similar exercises