Cables and Pulleys

CABLES AND PULLEYS

Description: Very diverse workout machine in the amount and types of exercises that can be performed by attaching grips to the end of the cables.

Pro Tip: When doing cable and pulley machine exercises, it is important to use the right amount of weight. Too little weight, and you will not be working out effectively, too much and you will put strain on your muscles, perhaps even lead to injury.

There are many different types of exercises this machine is capable of providing you with. Such as the press, effecting your pecs, shoulders, and triceps; then there is the one handed crossover which also effects the pecs and shoulders, but also biceps.

The different types of exercises you can do with cables make it one of the most powerful gym equipment wherever you go.

Muscles Used: The inherent design and versatility of this machine allows for it to essentially touch upon every muscle in the body. The example below demonstrates a cable crossover exercise targeting the chest and shoulder areas.