Incline Cable Fly vs Pullover Machine (Chest Target)
Which one fits your Chest workout plan?
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Incline Cable Fly and Pullover Machine (Chest Target) are close in use — 147 vs 141 sessions logged. What separates them is Chest loading and form.
Compare the benefits of Incline Cable Fly and Pullover Machine (Chest Target) and pick the one that fits your Chest workout.
Incline Cable Fly vs Pullover Machine (Chest Target): Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Incline Cable Fly more often — 147 sessions compared to 141 for Pullover Machine (Chest Target).
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Incline Cable Fly and Pullover Machine (Chest Target) differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Incline Cable Fly and Pullover Machine (Chest Target) Differ
| What differs | Incline Cable Fly | Pullover Machine (Chest Target) |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | chest, biceps, and front delts | chest, back, and triceps |
| Difficulty | 5 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 147 sessions | 141 sessions |
How to Do Incline Cable Fly
Incline Cable Fly Muscles Worked: Chest
Form
- 1. Please lower your hands to chest height with your arms slightly bent.
- 2. Slowly raise your hands to return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please use light weights as this exercise can strain your shoulders.
- 2. If you experience shoulder pain, stop and substitute with another exercise.
- 3. Be careful not to fully extend your arms.
For a full Incline Cable Fly guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Incline Cable Fly exercise guide.
How to Do Pullover Machine (Chest Target)
Pullover Machine (Chest Target) Muscles Worked: Chest
Form
- 1. Keep your elbow angle and lower the handle in a large circle in front of your body.
- 2. When the handle gets close to your chest, feel the contraction in your chest and pause for a moment.
- 3. Slowly raise your arms back up towards your head to return to the starting position.
- 4. Throughout the movement, focus on the stimulation in your chest and sides instead of your shoulders.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Avoid using excessive weights as it puts a lot of strain on your shoulders.
- 2. Do not excessively arch your back and engage your core.
- 3. If you feel discomfort in your shoulder joints, reduce the range of motion or lower the weight.
For a full Pullover Machine (Chest Target) guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Pullover Machine (Chest Target) exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Chest, Incline Cable Fly or Pullover Machine (Chest Target)?
Neither is clearly ahead — Planfit users log both at a similar rate. They both train Chest, so the choice comes down to the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do Incline Cable Fly and Pullover Machine (Chest Target) work the same muscles?
Not quite. Incline Cable Fly loads chest, biceps, and front delts, and Pullover Machine (Chest Target) loads chest, back, and triceps.
What equipment do Incline Cable Fly and Pullover Machine (Chest Target) need?
Incline Cable Fly needs a machine, and Pullover Machine (Chest Target) needs a machine.
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