Forward inclination of the torso is a fault in which lift?

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

Answer: (A)

In the push press, keeping the torso tall during the drive is essential because the legs must transfer most of the force into the bar while the spine and bar stay aligned over the midfoot. A forward incline of the trunk shifts the center of mass ahead of the bar, making the overhead portion harder to complete, reducing the efficiency of the drive, and increasing the risk of losing balance or placing excess stress on the lower back. Maintaining an upright torso helps the bar path stay vertical as you press, so the power generated by the legs is effectively transferred through the hips and torso into the bar.

In front squats, air squats, and back squats, some forward lean can occur depending on mobility and technique, but the push press relies most on a vertical torso to maximize stability and bar control during the overhead portion, which is why forward torso inclination is considered a fault here.