Cable Iron Cross
ChestMiddle Chest
- Equipment
- Cable
- Difficulty
- Beginner
- Force
- Push
- Mechanic
- Isolation
- Type
- Strength
How to do the Cable Iron Cross
- 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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