Stand centered between two cable machines with handles set at head height. Hold the handles with an overhand grip and step back until your arms are extended.
Execution
Pull the handles toward your face, elbows high, focusing on squeezing your shoulder blades together. Slowly return to the starting position with controlled movement.
Equipment required
Machine, Hand Grips
Target muscles
Shoulders, Trapezius
More Detailed Information
Cross Cable Face Pull
How to Do:
Starting Position: Stand between two cable machines set at about head height. Grab the handles with an overhand grip and step back until your arms are extended.
Form: Pull the handles toward your face, bending your elbows and keeping them high. Focus on squeezing your shoulder blades together as you pull.
Return: Slowly release to the starting position, keeping control of the cables throughout the movement.
Benefits:
The cross cable face pull targets the rear deltoids, traps, and rotator cuff muscles, particularly the infraspinatus. It enhances shoulder stability and helps correct poor posture by strengthening muscles critical to upright alignment and balanced shoulder function. This exercise is also useful for addressing shoulder dysfunctions, improving overall shoulder health, and building upper back strength.
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