ShouldersMachineIntermediate

One Arm Reverse Fly Machine

Learn how to perform One Arm Reverse Fly Machine, a Shoulders exercise, with setup, breathing and common mistakes.

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STEP 1

Setup

Sit sideways on the machine and lean your torso against the chest pad. Grip the handle with one hand and use the other hand to stabilize your torso.

STEP 2

Start phase

Open your arm in an arc from your side toward the back. Keep a slight bend in your elbow and feel your rear shoulder pull behind you.

STEP 3

End phase

Bring the handle forward slowly. Control it with your rear shoulder instead of letting the lever weight pull you.

STEP 4

Target muscles

Check for tension in the back of your shoulder, especially your rear delt. If you pull only with your arm, start the movement from your rear shoulder.

STEP 5

Common mistakes

Twisting your torso or using momentum shifts the work to your traps and back. Keep your torso against the pad and work one side at a time.

STEP 6

Breathing

Exhale as you open and inhale as you return. Keep your breathing steady even when working one side.

STEP 7

Coach tip

One-sided work is useful for bringing up a weaker rear delt. Start with the weaker side and match the reps on both sides.

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