One Hand Position Fixed My Squat: How a Simple Cue Unlocked My Core in Seconds

One Hand Position Fixed My Squat: How a Simple Cue Unlocked My Core in Seconds

After years of squatting with poor upper body positioning, one coach’s simple adjustment—pulling my hands apart as if tearing paper—immediately amplified my core activation. This small change reveals a hidden dimension of squat technique that most lifters overlook.