Trunk rotates toward the loaded side
Core anti-rotation fails under the unilateral rack position.
Overactive muscles
ObliquesTFL
Corrective work
Foam RollTFL↗StretchQL side-bend stretch↗Carry · Full Body
Cross-Body Carry (KB in Rack / Overhead)
Coaching cues
- One KB in the rack or overhead; walk for distance
- Resist rotation AND lateral flexion simultaneously
- Shoulder of the loaded arm stays packed — not shrugged
- Alternate the arm each set for symmetry
Common faults 2
Shoulder shrugs on the loaded side
Upper trap elevates instead of the arm staying packed.
Overactive muscles
Upper trapeziusLevator scapulae
Corrective work
Foam RollUpper traps↗StretchLevator scapulae stretch↗