Trunk rotates toward the pressing side
Core anti-rotation fails under the unilateral overhead press load.
Overactive muscles
ObliquesLatissimus dorsi
Corrective work
Foam RollLats↗StretchQL side-bend stretch↗Push · Upper Body
Cable Shoulder Press (Single-Arm)
Coaching cues
- Low pulley; split stance; one arm grips the handle at shoulder height
- Press overhead to full lockout following the cable arc
- Resist trunk rotation — core braced throughout
- Return to shoulder height; repeat for reps then switch sides
Common faults 2
Shoulder shrugs at lockout
Upper trap finishes the press instead of the deltoid.
Overactive muscles
Upper trapeziusLevator scapulae
Corrective work
Foam RollUpper traps↗StretchLevator scapulae stretch↗