GymPlan AICable Iron Cross
Cable Iron Cross is a beginner isolation cable exercise that mainly works your chest.
💪 Chest🏋️ Cable📈 Beginner🔗 Isolation🎯 3 sets of 10-15 reps
How to do the cable iron cross
- Begin by moving the pulleys to the high position, select the resistance to be used, and take a handle in each hand.
- 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.
- Keeping the elbows extended, pull your arms straight to your sides.
- Return your arms back to the starting position after a pause at the peak contraction.
- Continue the movement for the prescribed number of repetitions.
Muscles worked
Primary: Chest
Sets and reps
Do 3 sets of 10-15 reps with 60-90 seconds of rest, using a weight you can control through the full range. Add reps first, then weight.
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What muscles does the cable iron cross work?
It mainly works your chest.
How many sets and reps of cable iron cross should I do?
Do 3 sets of 10-15 reps with 60-90 seconds of rest, using a weight you can control through the full range. Add reps first, then weight.
Is the cable iron cross good for beginners?
Yes. It is a beginner-friendly movement: start light and focus on the form steps above.