Common Mistake
Rounded upper back in the squat.
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Solution
Engage the scapulae through scapula depression (pulling them down) and scapula adduction (pulling them together). These actions result in the chest being pushed out.
Description
The cause may be weakness in the upper back, lack of muscular engagement, lack of scapular control, fatigue, or using a weight too heavy. It may also be that the ankles aren’t bending enough which results in the weight at the top needing to be shifted forward to maintain balance. In this case, drop the knees forward more by bending at the ankles.
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