10 Best Cable Incline Fly (On Stability Ball) Alternatives for Home Use

Ranked Cable Incline Fly (On Stability Ball) Alternatives

10 substitutes, ranked by how closely each one matches the Cable Incline Fly (On Stability Ball) on movement pattern, muscles worked, equipment and body position. The higher the score, the less you change. Open "How to perform this exercise" on a card for the steps; every card title links to that exercise's own alternatives page.

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   1. Cable Incline Fly

   97% match

   • Pectorals
   • Cable
   • Intermediate
   • Isolation

   Pick this when you want an easier version that still works the pectorals.

   How to perform this exercise

   1. Adjust the cable machine to a low position and attach the handles.
   2. Sit on an incline bench with your back against the pad and feet flat on the floor.
   3. Grasp the handles with an overhand grip and extend your arms straight out in front of you.
   4. Keeping a slight bend in your elbows, open your arms out to the sides in a controlled motion.
   5. Pause for a moment at the fully extended position, then slowly return to the starting position.
   6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

   Sets and reps: 3 sets of 10 to 15 reps.

   Why this matches

   • Movement: chest fly, the same as the Cable Incline Fly (On Stability Ball)
   • Primary muscle: pectorals, the same as the Cable Incline Fly (On Stability Ball)
   • Equipment: a cable, the same as the Cable Incline Fly (On Stability Ball)
   • Body position: lying on your back, the same as the Cable Incline Fly (On Stability Ball)
   • Balance: easier to stay steady on than the Cable Incline Fly (On Stability Ball)
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   2. Cable Lying Fly

   91% match

   • Pectorals
   • Cable
   • Intermediate
   • Isolation

   How to perform this exercise

   1. Attach the handles to the cables and lie flat on a bench with your feet flat on the ground.
   2. Hold the handles with your palms facing each other and your arms extended straight above your chest.
   3. Keeping a slight bend in your elbows, lower your arms out to the sides in a wide arc until you feel a stretch in your chest.
   4. Pause for a moment, then squeeze your chest muscles to bring your arms back to the starting position.
   5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

   Sets and reps: 3 sets of 10 to 15 reps.

   Why this matches

   • Movement: chest fly, the same as the Cable Incline Fly (On Stability Ball)
   • Primary muscle: pectorals, the same as the Cable Incline Fly (On Stability Ball)
   • Equipment: a cable, the same as the Cable Incline Fly (On Stability Ball)
   • Body position: lying on your back, the same as the Cable Incline Fly (On Stability Ball)
   • Balance: easier to stay steady on than the Cable Incline Fly (On Stability Ball)
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   3. Cable Standing Fly

   90% match

   • Pectorals
   • Cable
   • Beginner
   • Isolation

   How to perform this exercise

   1. Attach the handles to the cables at chest height.
   2. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, facing away from the cable machine.
   3. Grasp the handles with an overhand grip, palms facing forward.
   4. Step forward slightly to create tension in the cables.
   5. Keep your core engaged and your back straight throughout the exercise.
   6. With a slight bend in your elbows, slowly bring your arms forward and together in front of your chest.
   7. Squeeze your chest muscles at the peak of the movement.
   8. Slowly reverse the movement, returning your arms to the starting position.
   9. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

   Sets and reps: 3 sets of 10 to 15 reps.

   Why this matches

   • Movement: chest fly, the same as the Cable Incline Fly (On Stability Ball)
   • Primary muscle: pectorals, the same as the Cable Incline Fly (On Stability Ball)
   • Equipment: a cable, the same as the Cable Incline Fly (On Stability Ball)
   • Body position: standing, not lying on your back
   • Balance: easier to stay steady on than the Cable Incline Fly (On Stability Ball)
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   4. Cable Low Fly

   88% match

   • Pectorals
   • Cable
   • Intermediate
   • Isolation

   How to perform this exercise

   1. Attach the handles to the low pulleys of a cable machine and select an appropriate weight.
   2. Stand in the middle of the machine with your feet shoulder-width apart and a slight bend in your knees.
   3. Grasp the handles with an overhand grip and extend your arms out to the sides, keeping a slight bend in your elbows.
   4. Maintaining control, slowly bring your arms forward in a sweeping motion, crossing them in front of your body.
   5. Pause for a moment at the peak of the movement, feeling the stretch in your chest muscles.
   6. Reverse the motion and slowly return your arms to the starting position, keeping tension on your chest muscles throughout.
   7. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

   Sets and reps: 3 sets of 10 to 15 reps.

   Why this matches

   • Movement: chest fly, the same as the Cable Incline Fly (On Stability Ball)
   • Primary muscle: pectorals, the same as the Cable Incline Fly (On Stability Ball)
   • Equipment: a cable, the same as the Cable Incline Fly (On Stability Ball)
   • Body position: standing, not lying on your back
   • Balance: easier to stay steady on than the Cable Incline Fly (On Stability Ball)
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   5. Flat Bench Cable Flyes

   87% match

   • Pectorals
   • Cable
   • Intermediate
   • Isolation

   How to perform this exercise

   1. Position a flat bench between two low pulleys so that when you are laying on it, your chest will be lined up with the cable pulleys.
   2. Lay flat on the bench and keep your feet on the ground.
   3. Have someone hand you the handles on each hand. You will grab each single handle attachment with a palms up grip.
   4. Extend your arms by your side with a slight bend on your elbows. Tip: You will keep this bend constant through the whole movement. Your arms should be parallel to the floor. This is your starting position.
   5. Now start lifting the arms in a semi-circle motion directly in front of you by pulling the cables together until both hands meet at the top of the movement. Squeeze your chest as you perform this motion and breathe out during this movement. Also, hold the contraction for a second at the top. Tip: When performed correctly, at the top position of this movement, your arms should be perpendicular to your torso and the floor touching above your chest.
   6. Slowly come back to the starting position.
   7. Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.

   Sets and reps: 3 sets of 10 to 15 reps.

   Why this matches

   • Movement: chest fly, the same as the Cable Incline Fly (On Stability Ball)
   • Primary muscle: pectorals, the same as the Cable Incline Fly (On Stability Ball)
   • Equipment: a cable, the same as the Cable Incline Fly (On Stability Ball)
   • Body position: lying on your back, the same as the Cable Incline Fly (On Stability Ball)
   • Balance: easier to stay steady on than the Cable Incline Fly (On Stability Ball)
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   6. Cable One Arm Decline Chest Fly

   86% match

   • Pectorals
   • Cable
   • Intermediate
   • Isolation

   Pick this when you want an easier single-arm version that still works the pectorals.

   How to perform this exercise

   1. Attach a D-handle to a low pulley cable machine and set the bench to a decline angle.
   2. Lie down on the bench with your head towards the machine and grab the handle with your right hand.
   3. Extend your arm straight up above your chest, keeping a slight bend in your elbow.
   4. With a controlled motion, lower your arm out to the side until your hand is in line with your shoulder.
   5. Pause for a moment, then reverse the motion and bring your arm back to the starting position.
   6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch to your left arm and repeat the exercise.

   Sets and reps: 3 sets of 10 to 15 reps on each side.

   Why this matches

   • Movement: chest fly, the same as the Cable Incline Fly (On Stability Ball)
   • Primary muscle: pectorals, the same as the Cable Incline Fly (On Stability Ball)
   • Equipment: a cable, the same as the Cable Incline Fly (On Stability Ball)
   • Body position: lying on your back, the same as the Cable Incline Fly (On Stability Ball)
   • Balance: easier to stay steady on than the Cable Incline Fly (On Stability Ball)
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   7. Cable Cross-over Variation

   84% match

   • Pectorals
   • Cable
   • Intermediate
   • Isolation

   How to perform this exercise

   1. Adjust the cable pulleys to chest height.
   2. Stand in the center of the cable machine with one foot in front of the other.
   3. Grasp the handles with your palms facing down and your arms extended out to the sides.
   4. Take a step forward, keeping your arms slightly bent.
   5. With a slight bend in your elbows, bring your hands together in front of your chest.
   6. Pause for a moment, then slowly return your arms back to the starting position.
   7. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

   Sets and reps: 3 sets of 10 to 15 reps.

   Why this matches

   • Primary muscle: pectorals, the same as the Cable Incline Fly (On Stability Ball)
   • Equipment: a cable, the same as the Cable Incline Fly (On Stability Ball)
   • Body position: standing, not lying on your back
   • Balance: easier to stay steady on than the Cable Incline Fly (On Stability Ball)
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   8. Cable Crossover

   84% match

   • Pectorals
   • Cable
   • Intermediate
   • Isolation

   How to perform this exercise

   1. To get yourself into the starting position, place the pulleys on a high position (above your head), select the resistance to be used and hold the pulleys in each hand.
   2. Step forward in front of an imaginary straight line between both pulleys while pulling your arms together in front of you. Your torso should have a small forward bend from the waist. This will be your starting position.
   3. With a slight bend on your elbows in order to prevent stress at the biceps tendon, extend your arms to the side (straight out at both sides) in a wide arc until you feel a stretch on your chest. Breathe in as you perform this portion of the movement. Tip: Keep in mind that throughout the movement, the arms and torso should remain stationary; the movement should only occur at the shoulder joint.
   4. Return your arms back to the starting position as you breathe out. Make sure to use the same arc of motion used to lower the weights.
   5. Hold for a second at the starting position and repeat the movement for the prescribed amount of repetitions.

   Sets and reps: 3 sets of 10 to 15 reps.

   Why this matches

   • Movement: chest fly, the same as the Cable Incline Fly (On Stability Ball)
   • Primary muscle: pectorals, the same as the Cable Incline Fly (On Stability Ball)
   • Equipment: a cable, the same as the Cable Incline Fly (On Stability Ball)
   • Body position: standing, not lying on your back
   • Balance: easier to stay steady on than the Cable Incline Fly (On Stability Ball)
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   9. Cable Decline Fly

   84% match

   • Pectorals
   • Cable
   • Intermediate
   • Isolation

   How to perform this exercise

   1. Adjust the cable machine to a decline position.
   2. Stand facing away from the machine with your feet shoulder-width apart.
   3. Hold the handles with your palms facing forward and your arms extended straight out in front of you.
   4. Keeping a slight bend in your elbows, open your arms out to the sides in a controlled motion.
   5. Pause for a moment at the fully extended position, then slowly return to the starting position.
   6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

   Sets and reps: 3 sets of 10 to 15 reps.

   Why this matches

   • Movement: chest fly, the same as the Cable Incline Fly (On Stability Ball)
   • Primary muscle: pectorals, the same as the Cable Incline Fly (On Stability Ball)
   • Equipment: a cable, the same as the Cable Incline Fly (On Stability Ball)
   • Body position: standing, not lying on your back
   • Balance: easier to stay steady on than the Cable Incline Fly (On Stability Ball)
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    10. Cable Standing Up Straight Crossovers

    84% match

    • Pectorals
    • Cable
    • Intermediate
    • Isolation

    How to perform this exercise

    1. Stand in the middle of a cable machine with your feet shoulder-width apart.
    2. Hold the handles of the cables with your palms facing down and your arms extended straight out to the sides.
    3. Keeping your arms straight, bring your hands together in front of your body, crossing them over each other.
    4. Pause for a moment, then slowly return to the starting position, keeping your arms extended.
    5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

    Sets and reps: 3 sets of 10 to 15 reps.

    Why this matches

    • Movement: chest fly, the same as the Cable Incline Fly (On Stability Ball)
    • Primary muscle: pectorals, the same as the Cable Incline Fly (On Stability Ball)
    • Equipment: a cable, the same as the Cable Incline Fly (On Stability Ball)
    • Body position: standing, not lying on your back
    • Balance: easier to stay steady on than the Cable Incline Fly (On Stability Ball)