Elbows dropping is listed as a fault in which lift?

• A. Front squat
• B. Air squat
• C. Push press
• D. Overhead press

Answer: (A)

In the front squat, keeping the elbows high is essential for a stable front rack and an upright torso. When the elbows drop, the bar loses its secure position on the front delts and tends to roll forward. That forward shift forces the lifter to lean, worsens balance, and can disrupt depth and spine alignment. The high-elbow position also helps maintain vertical bar path and reduces wrist and shoulder strain as you rise. Because the front rack is a defining part of the movement, elbow dropping is specifically listed as a fault for this lift. In contrast, an air squat has no bar, and while elbow position matters in overhead movements, the fault is described differently there due to different bar path and mechanics.