Lumbar extends instead of hip
Lower back arches to complete the range; glute never fires.
Overactive muscles
Erector spinaeHip flexors
Corrective work
Foam RollErector spinae↗Foam RollHip flexors↗StretchHalf-kneeling hip flexor stretch↗Hinge · Lower Body
Kneeling Hip Extension with Band
Coaching cues
- Quadruped; band around the ankle anchored in front
- Drive the leg back against the band — full hip extension
- Squeeze glute at end range; maintain neutral spine
- No lumbar hyperextension — ribs stay down
Common faults 2
Leg rotates outward
TFL and glute med substitute for glute max.
Overactive muscles
TFL
Corrective work
Foam RollTFL↗StretchStanding TFL stretch↗