Pulling too hard on the straps — TRX doing all the work
Excessive upper body pull reduces the leg demand.
Overactive muscles
Biceps brachiiUpper trapezius
Corrective work
Foam RollUpper traps↗StretchLevator scapulae stretch↗Squat · Lower Body
TRX Squat
Coaching cues
- Face the anchor; hold the handles; lean back with the arms extended
- Sit into a squat — the TRX counterbalance allows a more upright torso
- Drive up through the whole foot to standing; squeeze glutes at top
- Great regression for clients with ankle or hip mobility limitations
Common faults 2
Knees cave on the drive
Adductors and TFL dominate even with the TRX counterbalance assist.
Overactive muscles
Adductor complexTFL
Corrective work
Foam RollAdductors↗Foam RollTFL↗StretchButterfly adductor stretch↗