By Mike Keelan

Fault: Lifter elevates buttocks before raising bar

Possible Cause:

• Insufficient leg strength
• Insufficient flexibility
• Weak posture muscles
• Ankle tightness

Suggested Correction:

• Standard strength exercises
• Lifting standing on blocks
• Incorporate flexibility as a core element of training
• Introduce core stability exercises as a core element of training
• Seek professional advice (shoe implants, screening)