Pectorals · Pulleys vis-à-vis

Sloping spread — Pulleys opposite

Muscles requiredPectoralis major, clavicular head · Pectoralis major, sternal head · Anterior deltoid

Description

Incline fly at the low pulleys to especially accentuate the clavicular and sternal portion of the pectorals.

01 · Setup

Set up the movement

  • Adjust both pulleys to the same height before starting.
  • Feet staggered, torso stable, chest out.
  • Elbows slightly bent and fixed.
  • Low shoulder blades to protect the shoulders.
02 · Execution

Perform the rep

  1. Guide the handles in an arc forward and upward to the top of the pectorals.
  2. Contract without transforming the movement into a press and keep your shoulders low.
  3. Slowly lower yourself to a comfortable stretch, maintaining the same elbow angle.
Technique cue

Controlled arc and fixed elbow throughout the entire repetition.

Common mistakes
  • elbow flexion that changes
  • shoulders moving forward at the end of the repetition
  • return too fast
  • cut range of motion
Safety notes

Risks of poor execution

  • A forced backward stretch can overload the front of the shoulder.
  • A sudden return increases the risk of tendon pain.

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