Incline Cable Fly vs Torture Pec Deck Fly Machine
Which one fits your Chest workout plan?
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Incline Cable Fly and Torture Pec Deck Fly Machine are close in use — 147 vs 111 sessions logged. What separates them is Chest loading and form.
Compare the benefits of Incline Cable Fly and Torture Pec Deck Fly Machine and pick the one that fits your Chest workout.
Incline Cable Fly vs Torture Pec Deck Fly Machine: 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 111 for Torture Pec Deck Fly Machine.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Incline Cable Fly and Torture Pec Deck Fly Machine 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 Torture Pec Deck Fly Machine Differ
| What differs | Incline Cable Fly | Torture Pec Deck Fly Machine |
|---|---|---|
| Machine type | cable-driven | plate-loaded |
| Difficulty | 5 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 147 sessions | 111 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 Torture Pec Deck Fly Machine
Torture Pec Deck Fly Machine Muscles Worked: Chest
Form
- 1. Please slowly bring the handles forward while maintaining the angle of your elbows.
- 2. As you bring your hands close together, feel the contraction in your chest.
- 3. While maintaining tension in your chest, slowly spread your arms out to the sides and return to the starting position.
- 4. Do not extend your arms too far back; repeat within a pain-free range.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Avoid weights that are too heavy as they can put strain on your shoulders and elbows.
- 2. Do not fully extend your arms; always keep your elbows slightly bent.
- 3. Do not excessively arch your back, and maintain contact with the pad on your back.
For a full Torture Pec Deck Fly Machine guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Torture Pec Deck Fly Machine exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Chest, Incline Cable Fly or Torture Pec Deck Fly Machine?
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.
What equipment do Incline Cable Fly and Torture Pec Deck Fly Machine need?
Incline Cable Fly needs a machine, and Torture Pec Deck Fly Machine needs a machine.
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