Tafiya da Kebul
Learn how to do Tafiya da Kebul with proper form. Watch the 4K video, see which muscles are worked, and follow step-by-step instructions.
Tafiya da Kebul is a Cable exercise that primarily targets the Shoulders, with secondary activation of the Traps. It has a MET value of 3.5, meaning a 70kg person burns approximately 123 calories in a 30-minute session..
How to Do Tafiya da Kebul
An isolation movement targeting the rear delts, performed with cables set at shoulder height and arms moving outward in a reverse fly motion.
💡 Instructions:
• Set both pulleys at shoulder height and attach single handles.
• Stand in the center of the cable machine and grab the left handle with the right hand, and the right handle with the left hand (crossed).
• Take a step back, slight bend in the knees, torso upright, core tight.
• With a slight bend in your elbows, pull your arms outward and back in a wide arc.
• Squeeze the rear delts at the peak, then return slowly to the start.
⚠️ Common mistakes:
• Using momentum or swinging
• Rounding the upper back
• Extending arms fully and locking the elbows
• Not squeezing the shoulder blades
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Equipment
- Cable
Calories Burned Doing Tafiya da Kebul
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MET 3.5Calories = MET × weight (kg) × time (hours)
Quick Facts: Tafiya da Kebul
- Type
- Cable exercise
- Primary muscle
- Shoulders
- Secondary muscles
- Traps
- MET value
- 3.5
- Calories (30 min, 70kg)
- ≈ 123 cal
- Video quality
- 4K with male and female demonstrations
FAQ: Tafiya da Kebul
What muscles does Tafiya da Kebul work?
Tafiya da Kebul primarily targets the Shoulders, with secondary engagement of the Traps.
How do you do Tafiya da Kebul correctly?
An isolation movement targeting the rear delts, performed with cables set at shoulder height and arms moving outward in a reverse fly motion. 💡...
Is Tafiya da Kebul good for beginners?
Tafiya da Kebul has a MET value of 3.5, indicating a moderate intensity exercise appropriate for most fitness levels.
What equipment do you need for Tafiya da Kebul?
Tafiya da Kebul requires: Cable.
What are the benefits of Tafiya da Kebul?
Tafiya da Kebul strengthens the Shoulders, engages the Traps.
What exercises are similar to Tafiya da Kebul?
Similar exercises to Tafiya da Kebul include Zagaye Hannu – Daga Ƙanana zuwa Babba, Dagawar Gaba da Barbell, Barbell Overhead Press, Barbell Upright Row.
Is Tafiya da Kebul better than Zagaye Hannu – Daga Ƙanana zuwa Babba?
Both Tafiya da Kebul and Zagaye Hannu – Daga Ƙanana zuwa Babba target the Shoulders. Choose based on your available equipment and training goals.
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