Chest Lift
Plane of Motion
Sagittal
Muscle Focus
Spring Setting
Light / Medium
Roll Up Bar Short Springs
Mid-Pole Hooks
Spinal Flexors
Rectus Abdominis, Internal Oblique, External Oblique
Hip Flexors
Iliopsoas, Rectus Femoris, Sartorius, Tensor Fasciae Latae, Pectineus
Shoulder Extensors
Latissimus Dorsi, Teres Major, Posterior Deltoid, Triceps Brachii
Other Muscles at Play
Objectives
Develop abdominal control and strength as the body moves into forward flexion.
Increase abdominal strength while coordinating the of the shoulders and arms.
Develop co-contraction of the abdominals and back extensors to stabilize the body as the legs extend.
Increase both trunk and scapular stabilization to maintain organized alignment.
Improve hip-flexor control while the upper body moves through space.
Maintain consistent scapular stabilization while articulating the spine and bringing the upper body into flexion.
Focus on breathing to synchronize the movement.