Trunk rotates away from the cable
Anti-rotation core fails; obliques can't resist the unilateral load.
Overactive muscles
ObliquesTFLLatissimus dorsi
Corrective work
Foam RollTFL↗Foam RollLats↗StretchQL side-bend stretch↗Push · Upper Body
Single-Arm Cable Press
Coaching cues
- Split stance opposite to pressing side; handle at chest
- Press forward to full extension — slight internal rotation at lockout
- Resist trunk rotation throughout — core braced hard
- Control the return; don't let cable pull shoulder back
Common faults 2
Shoulder shrugs during press
Upper trap braces under the unilateral effort.
Overactive muscles
Upper trapeziusLevator scapulae
Corrective work
Foam RollUpper traps↗StretchLevator scapulae stretch↗