Lever Seated Fly

Lever Seated Fly

Description

This exercise involves sitting on a lever machine and performing a fly motion with the arms. The goal is to target the chest muscles and improve upper body strength and stability.

Muscle Group

Equipment Required

Lever Seated Fly Instructions

  1. Adjust the seat height so that the handles are at chest level.
  2. Sit on the machine with your back against the pad and grasp the handles with an overhand grip.
  3. Keep your elbows slightly bent and your arms parallel to the floor.
  4. Exhale and squeeze your chest muscles to bring the handles together in front of your chest.
  5. Pause for a moment and then slowly release back to the starting position.
  6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Lever Seated Fly Form & Visual

Lever Seated Fly

Lever Seated Fly Benefits

  • Targets the muscles of the upper back, specifically the rhomboids and rear deltoids
  • Improves posture by strengthening the muscles responsible for pulling the shoulders back and down
  • Helps to prevent and alleviate shoulder pain by strengthening the muscles that support the shoulder joint
  • Can be performed with a variety of equipment, including a lever machine, dumbbells, or resistance bands
  • Allows for a controlled and isolated movement, reducing the risk of injury and ensuring proper form

Lever Seated Fly Muscles Worked

  • Pectoralis Major
  • Anterior Deltoids
  • Medial Deltoids
  • Rhomboids
  • Trapezius

Lever Seated Fly Variations & Alternatives