How to do it
Pin your shoulder blades together as your hands meet in front.
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Set the pulleys on a dual-cable machine to chest height, and select the weight you want to use.
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Stand in the middle of the machine with one foot slightly forward, grasp the handles with your palms facing forward.
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Lean forward slightly, keeping your back straight and core engaged.
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With a slight bend in your elbows, extend your arms out to the sides in a wide arc until you feel a stretch on your chest.
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Bring your hands together in a hugging motion in front of your chest.
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Slowly return to the starting position while controlling the weight.
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Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Keep your movements controlled and focus on the stretch and contraction of the chest muscles throughout the exercise. Avoid using excessive weight that leads to momentum taking over the movement.
Common mistakes
- ✕Locking the elbows straight during the arc
- ✕Standing with both feet side by side
- ✕Rising onto the toes as the hands converge