Rear delts exercise

Single Arm Machine Reverse Fly

One-arm reverse fly on a machine that isolates the rear delt and upper back.

  • Primary muscleRear delts
  • Also worksUpper back
  • EquipmentMachine
  • TypeIsolation
  • LevelBeginner
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Single Arm Machine Reverse Fly, exercise photo
  • Rear delts
  • Upper back
  • Machine

How to do the Single Arm Machine Reverse Fly

4 steps, in the order you do them.

  1. Sit sideways on the machine, rest your free hand on the support, and grab the handle with your arm extended.
  2. Keep your torso still and your abs tight.
  3. Open your arm out and back in an arc, leading with your elbow ahead of your hand.
  4. Squeeze your rear shoulder for a second and return slowly. Complete your reps and switch arms.

Muscles worked

Alternatives to the Single Arm Machine Reverse Fly

They work the rear delts with other equipment, including options for training at home.

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Frequently asked questions

What muscles does the Single Arm Machine Reverse Fly work?

The Single Arm Machine Reverse Fly works mainly the rear delts. It also works the upper back.

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