Lever Iron Cross

Classification

Instructions

Preparation

Stand on platform and grasp handles to sides with palms down grip.

Execution

With arms straight, pull lever handles down below hips. Return lever handles upward just above shoulder high, or just before slight pressure in shoulder is felt. Repeat.

Comments

Platform should be adjusted so shoulder joint and girdle are approximate height as lever fulcrum. Also See Bent-over Fly on Iron Cross Machine.

Muscles

Target

• Latissimus Dorsi

Synergists

• Teres Major
• Pectoralis Major, Sternal
• Pectoralis Minor
• Rhomboids
• Levator Scapulae
• Trapezius, Lower

Stabilizers

• No significant stabilizers