Bar rolls off the arms — excessive forward lean
The bar position instantly reveals poor squat mechanics.
Overactive muscles
Latissimus dorsiSoleus
Corrective work
Foam RollCalves↗Foam RollThoracic spine↗StretchWall calf stretch↗Squat · Lower Body
Frankenstein Squat
Coaching cues
- Bar resting on straight extended arms in front of the body
- Arms cannot grip — the bar must stay balanced by the squat position
- Forces maximum thoracic extension and ankle mobility
- Light weight technique drill only
Common faults 1