Lever Seated Reverse Fly (parallel Grip)

The lever seated reverse fly (parallel grip) is a machine-based exercise targeting the rear deltoids, with secondary emphasis on the trapezius and rhomboids. It involves pulling the handles back and outward while seated, focusing on squeezing the shoulder blades together.

Quick Facts

How to Do Lever Seated Reverse Fly (parallel Grip)

Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Lever Seated Reverse Fly (parallel Grip) with proper form and technique.

1. Adjust the seat height and position yourself on the machine with your chest against the pad and your feet flat on the floor.
2. Grasp the handles with a parallel grip, palms facing each other, and keep your arms slightly bent.
3. Exhale and squeeze your shoulder blades together as you pull the handles back and outward, away from your body.
4. Pause for a moment at the peak contraction, then inhale and slowly return to the starting position.
5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles Worked

Understanding which muscles Lever Seated Reverse Fly (parallel Grip) targets helps you integrate it effectively into your training program.

Benefits of Lever Seated Reverse Fly (parallel Grip)

Incorporating Lever Seated Reverse Fly (parallel Grip) into your workout routine offers numerous advantages for strength, muscle development, and overall fitness.

• Delts Development: Lever Seated Reverse Fly (parallel Grip) directly targets and strengthens the Delts, promoting muscle growth and improved functional strength.
• Secondary Muscle Engagement: This exercise also works the Trapezius and Rhomboids, providing additional training stimulus without extra exercises.
• Safe and Controlled Movement: Machine exercises provide a fixed movement path, reducing the need for stabilization and allowing you to focus purely on the target muscles.
• Functional Strength: Strength exercises like Lever Seated Reverse Fly (parallel Grip) build real-world strength that transfers to daily activities and athletic performance.
• Beginner-Friendly: This exercise is accessible to those new to fitness, with a movement pattern that's relatively easy to learn with proper instruction.

Safety Tips and Precautions

Performing Lever Seated Reverse Fly (parallel Grip) safely is essential for preventing injuries and ensuring long-term progress.

• Warm Up Properly: Before performing Lever Seated Reverse Fly (parallel Grip), complete 5-10 minutes of light cardio followed by dynamic stretches targeting the Delts and surrounding muscles.
• Prioritize Form Over Weight: Never sacrifice proper technique for heavier weights. Poor form significantly increases injury risk and reduces the exercise's effectiveness.
• Adjust to Your Body: Take time to properly adjust all seat heights and pad positions to fit your body before adding weight.
• Shoulder Protection: Avoid flaring your elbows excessively, which can strain the shoulder joint. Keep your shoulders packed and stable.
• Respect Your Range of Motion: Work within your current mobility limits. Gradually improve flexibility over time rather than forcing deeper positions.
• Don't Hold Your Breath: Maintain consistent breathing throughout the exercise. Exhale during the exertion phase and inhale during the easier phase.
• Know When to Stop: End your set when you can no longer maintain proper form. Training to absolute failure on every set increases injury risk.
• Allow Adequate Recovery: The Delts typically need 48-72 hours to recover after intense training. Avoid training the same muscle group on consecutive days.

Tracking Your Progress

To make consistent gains with Lever Seated Reverse Fly (parallel Grip), track these metrics during your workouts: