Cable Iron Cross

Cable Iron Cross — Start position
Start position
Cable Iron Cross — End position
End position
Region
Chest
Equipment
Cable
Category
Strength
Level
Beginner
Mechanic
isolation
Force
push

Muscles worked

  • chest

Filled = primary · Outlined = secondary

Source: Free Exercise DB (public domain)

How to perform

  1. Begin by moving the pulleys to the high position, select the resistance to be used, and take a handle in each hand.

  2. Stand directly between both pulleys with your arms extended out to your sides. Your head and chest should be up while your arms form a "T". This will be your starting position.

  3. Keeping the elbows extended, pull your arms straight to your sides.

  4. Return your arms back to the starting position after a pause at the peak contraction.

  5. Continue the movement for the prescribed number of repetitions.

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