Cable Crossover

Cable Crossover

1. To position yourself for the exercise, ensure the pulleys are set at a high position, above your head. Select the desired resistance level and grasp the pulleys in each hand.

2. Take a step forward, crossing an imaginary straight line between the pulleys, while simultaneously pulling your arms together in front of you. Maintain a slight forward bend in your torso from the waist. This will serve as your starting position.

3. With a slight bend in your elbows to avoid straining the biceps tendon, extend your arms out to the sides in a wide arc until you feel a stretch in your chest. Inhale as you execute this part of the movement. Remember to keep your arms and torso stationary throughout, with the motion occurring solely at the shoulder joints.

4. Exhale as you return your arms to the starting position, following the same arc of motion used to lower the weights.

5. Pause briefly at the starting position and repeat the movement for the designated number of repetitions.

Variations: You have the option to adjust the point in front of you where your arms converge. 

Benefits

1. Cables offer consistent tension throughout the entire range of motion, ensuring constant muscle engagement, even during peak contraction.

2. Conveniently change the weight for dropsets, allowing for efficient and effective training.

3. Customize the height of the cable to target specific areas of the chest, tailoring your workout to your individual needs.

4. Experience a deep stretch in the chest muscles under load, promoting increased muscle growth potential.