Lumbar hyperextends on the overhead reach
Lats and erectors restrict overhead reach; lower back arches to compensate.
Overactive muscles
Latissimus dorsiErector spinae
Corrective work
Foam RollLats↗StretchLat stretch (kneeling overhead)↗Lunge · Full Body
Lunge with Overhead Reach
Coaching cues
- Step into a lunge; reach both arms overhead at the bottom
- Increases the hip flexor stretch on the rear leg
- Maintain an upright trunk; don't let the overhead reach cause a lean
- Great mobility and stability combination movement
Common faults 2
Front knee caves inward
The overhead demand shifts attention; valgus emerges on the front leg.
Overactive muscles
Adductor complexTFL
Corrective work
Foam RollAdductors↗Foam RollTFL↗StretchButterfly adductor stretch↗