Trunk laterally flexes away from the cable on the press
QL and lateral trunk can't resist the lateral demand of the overhead press.
Overactive muscles
Quadratus lumborumTFL
Corrective work
Foam RollQuadratus lumborum↗StretchQL side-bend stretch↗Core · Core
Pallof Press — Overhead
Coaching cues
- Standard Pallof press position — perpendicular to cable
- Press the handle overhead instead of straight out
- Resist rotation AND lateral flexion at the same time
- Lower under control; return to chest
Common faults 2
Shoulder shrugs at lockout overhead
Upper trap assists the overhead press instead of core holding the position.
Overactive muscles
Upper trapeziusLevator scapulae
Corrective work
Foam RollUpper traps↗StretchLevator scapulae stretch↗