Set both pulleys on the cable crossover machine to the lowest position and attach single-grip handles. Stand centered, facing away, grasp handles with neutral grip, step forward for tension, stagger feet, bend knees slightly, hinge at hips with straight back, arms extended sideways with slight elbow bend.

1. Pull handles upward and inward in an arc, keeping elbows fixed.
2. Squeeze chest as hands meet at upper chest height.
3. Pause briefly at peak contraction.
4. Reverse motion slowly along the same arc to start.
5. Maintain control and tension throughout.