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Wide-Grip Cable Chest Press - Unilateral Single-Arm Execution

Wide-Grip Cable Chest Press - Unilateral Single-Arm Execution is a specialized strength movement targeting the pectoralis major (outer lateral and sternal fibers), anterior deltoid, and shoulder girdle stabilizers. Wide-grip cable chest pressing pairs an expansive eccentric stretch arc with persistent cable tension vectors, abolishing mechanical dead spots while sparing the glenohumeral capsules. Unilateral single-limb execution forces intense anti-rotational core stabilization while directly targeting and correcting left-to-right strength discrepancies.
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Specification & Key Parameters
4 parameter
Parameter Value Parameter Value
Duration
15 min
Calories
315 KCAL
Level
beginner
Equipment
Cable, Adjustable Bench

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  1. 1. Setup & Scapular Bracing: Set dual cable pulleys at mid-chest height. Sit centered on a bench or establish a solid staggered stance. Grasp handles with a wide elbow alignment matching the cable angle, retract scapulae, and brace your core.
  2. 2. Unilateral Core Bracing: Hold the weight in one hand, driving opposite shoulder and hip into the bench to lock out rotational movement.
  3. 3. Iso-Lateral Volume: Complete all prescribed repetitions with arm one, then immediately switch to arm two matching load and volume.
  4. 4. Breathing & Joint Safety: Inhale as handles return under control into wide horizontal abduction; press powerfully forward while exhaling, squeezing pectorals hard at terminal extension. Maintain total intra-abdominal pressure and active scapular depression throughout the set.

Physiological Impact

4%
Heart Rate Impact
6%
Muscle Load
5%
Fatigue Level
3%
Recovery Rate

Caloric Benchmarking

Running 400 kcal
Cycling 300 kcal
Swimming 500 kcal
Actual exercise 315 kcal
0 kcal 300 kcal 600 kcal
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