Upper arm drops during extension
Shoulder flexion assists the movement; tricep loses its load.
Overactive muscles
Anterior deltoidUpper trapezius
Corrective work
Foam RollUpper traps↗StretchLevator scapulae stretch↗Push · Upper Body
Tricep Kickback
Coaching cues
- Hinge forward ~45°; upper arm parallel to floor and pinned
- Extend the forearm back to full lockout
- Pause at the top; squeeze the tricep
- Lower under control — don't let gravity drop it
Common faults 2
Trunk rises — loses the hinge
Hip extension brings the torso up; the arm's angle changes.
Overactive muscles
Erector spinaeHip flexors
Corrective work
Foam RollErector spinae↗StretchHalf-kneeling hip flexor stretch↗