Reviewed exercise · intermediate

Cable Reverse Fly

A accessory isolation movement for shoulders.

Equipment

cables

Typical range

10–25 reps

Also trains

back

Set up

Set crossed cables near shoulder height and stand centered with soft elbows.

Execute

Open the arms wide without changing elbow angle, then return slowly.

Complete the final repetition with the same controlled path, then return the load safely.

Coaching cues

• Reach outward, not backward.
• Use a repeatable range.

Common mistakes

• Using torso rotation or excessive cable load.
• Adding load after position or control is lost.

Modify or stop when relevant discomfort is reported. Educational content does not diagnose injury.