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Single-Arm Cable Crossover.
Unilateral cable fly isolating one side of the chest through a full adduction arc.
Also known as: One Arm Cable Fly, Unilateral Cable Crossover
BeginnerCable machine
The numbers
Sets
3–4
Reps
10–15
Rest
45–75 s
The play-by-play
How to do it.
- Step 01
Set a cable pulley to shoulder height
- Step 02
Grip the handle with one hand and step forward
- Step 03
Start with the arm out to the side, slight elbow bend
- Step 04
Pull the handle across the body to the midline
- Step 05
Squeeze the chest at the end of the arc
- Step 06
Return slowly to the stretched position
What separates good from great
Pro cues.
Keep a fixed soft elbow throughout
Lead with the hand crossing the midline
Brace the core to resist rotation
Common questions
Questions, answered.
- What is the Single-Arm Cable Crossover?
- Unilateral cable fly isolating one side of the chest through a full adduction arc.
- What muscles does the Single-Arm Cable Crossover work?
- The Single-Arm Cable Crossover primarily works your chest. It also recruits your front delts as secondary movers.
- What equipment do I need for the Single-Arm Cable Crossover?
- You need a cable machine to perform the Single-Arm Cable Crossover.
- How many sets and reps should I do for the Single-Arm Cable Crossover?
- A typical prescription for the Single-Arm Cable Crossover is 3–4 sets of 10–15 reps. Rest about 45–75 seconds between sets.
- Is the Single-Arm Cable Crossover good for beginners?
- Yes. The Single-Arm Cable Crossover is a beginner-friendly movement, so it is a good choice when you are starting out, as long as you keep the load light and focus on form.
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