Cable One Arm Incline Fly on Exercise Ball

Targets the upper chest while challenging core balance. The incline position on the ball focuses tension on the clavicular head of the pecs.

Exercise Details

Level: Intermediate
Body Area: upper
Type: isolation
Movement: Unilateral

Required Equipment

Hi-Lo Cable Machine

Target Muscle Groups

Primary

Chest

Secondary

Shoulders

Setup

Lie on an exercise ball in an incline position. Hold a low pulley handle in one arm. Maintain a slight elbow bend.

Instructions

1. Pull the cable upward and across the center of your upper chest.
2. Squeeze the upper pec at the top.
3. Lower the arm slowly to the side.
4. Maintain a braced core for stability.
5. Keep a neutral spine.

Common Mistakes

1. Losing balance on the ball.
2. Pulling too high.
3. Locking the elbow.

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