Excessive lateral sway with each step
Core fails to resist the shifting load of the yoke over the shoulders.
Overactive muscles
Quadratus lumborumTFL
Corrective work
Foam RollQuadratus lumborum↗Foam RollTFL↗StretchQL side-bend stretch↗Carry · Full Body
Yoke Carry
Coaching cues
- Step under the yoke; hands on the uprights for stability
- Stand tall; drive through the legs with short powerful steps
- Eyes forward; brace the core throughout the walk
- Speed and stability — the yoke punishes any lateral sway
Common faults 2
Steps too long — gait breaks down
Long strides increase instability under the yoke.
Overactive muscles
Hip flexorsErector spinae
Corrective work
Foam RollHip flexors↗StretchHalf-kneeling hip flexor stretch↗