Exercise library · Shoulders
Cable Rear Delt Fly.
An isolation exercise specifically targeting the rear deltoids and upper back for shoulder stability and posture.
IntermediateCable Machine

The numbers
Sets
3–4
Reps
10–15
Rest
45–75
Muscles
Primary
Rear delts
Secondary
Mid traps
The play-by-play
How to do it.
- Step 01
Set cable pulleys to shoulder height on both sides.
- Step 02
Stand in the middle, grasping the opposite handle with each hand.
- Step 03
Maintain a slight bend in your elbows and a stable torso.
- Step 04
Pull the handles out and back, squeezing your shoulder blades together.
- Step 05
Focus on contracting the rear deltoids.
- Step 06
Slowly return to the starting position with control.
What separates good from great
Pro cues.
Avoid shrugging or using momentum.
Keep the movement controlled and deliberate.
Lead with your elbows, not your hands.