Do Front squats hurt your wrists? Hard to keep your chest up while squatting because of those dad-gum, limited wrists? You know, your wrists actually may not be the issue. It could be your middle back’s (thoracic spine) ability to extend and engage. Here is how Coach Jared helps cue our clients in navigating this issue during a THRIVE small group training session at Behemoth Gym. Step 1: Posture! Think big, strong chest and remember this cue: “Don’t just raise your elbows, reach your elbows forward to create your shelf.” Step 2: Round then extend. Begin in a rounded upper back position, then actively extend it upwards. This engages your thoracic spine and all the surrounding musculature, priming and preparing your back muscles to hold a heavy load. Every little detail matters. We don’t just proctor workouts here, we deliver the highest quality coaching experience possible. Did you know? Before our clients get to this point, they’ve done plenty of work building confidence and c...