Cable crossover
Chest . Front delts
Pull the handles down and together in front of the chest.
Use in a programExercise profile
Best forMuscle growth
Effectiveness★★★☆☆ 3/5
EquipmentCable machine
Also worksFront delts
Recommended3 sets x 10-15 reps, rest 60-90 s
Who it suits AgeAny BMIAny SexAny HeightAny WaistAny
- Purpose
- Cable isolation that keeps tension on the chest throughout.
- Setup
- Set pulleys high, grab a handle in each hand, step forward.
- Common mistakes
- Using the arms instead of squeezing the chest together.
- Easier
- Lower the weight and shorten the range slightly.
- Harder
- Pause at the contracted position each rep.
Suggested by goal
Get stronger 3-5 sets . 4-6 reps rest 150s
Build muscle 3-4 sets . 8-12 reps rest 90s
Lose fat (training style) 2-4 sets . 10-15 reps rest 60s
General fitness 2-3 sets . 8-12 reps rest 75s