Shoulders shrug at the top
Upper traps assist the lift; upper pec underactivates.
Overactive muscles
Upper trapeziusLevator scapulae
Corrective work
Foam RollUpper traps↗StretchLevator scapulae stretch↗Push · Upper Body
Low Cable Crossover
Coaching cues
- Cables set low; stand in the center; slight forward lean
- Pull up and together — arc toward the opposite shoulder
- Squeeze upper pec and anterior delt at peak contraction
- Lower under control; resist the cables pulling arms down
Common faults 2
Elbows lock out — straight arms
Elbow joint takes stress; lose the smooth arc pattern.
Overactive muscles
Anterior deltoidPec major
Corrective work
Foam RollPectorals↗StretchDoorway pec stretch↗