Lower back arches on extension
Band press increases the anti-extension demand; core fails.
Overactive muscles
Hip flexorsErector spinae
Corrective work
Foam RollHip flexors↗StretchHalf-kneeling hip flexor stretch↗Core · Core
Dead Bug with Band Press
Coaching cues
- Supine; hold a band overhead attached to a fixed point
- Press the band into the floor above your head throughout
- Extend the opposite leg while pressing — maintain the brace
- Never let the lower back arch away from the floor
Common faults 2
Band arm bends — no press maintained
Tricep fatigue; loses the serratus and lats stabilization component.
Overactive muscles
Upper trapeziusPec minor
Corrective work
Foam RollUpper traps↗StretchDoorway pec stretch↗