Push Thru Saw
Plane of Motion
Sagittal, Coronal & Transverse
Spring Setting
Light / Medium
1 Short Light or Medium Spring
Muscle Focus
Spinal Rotators
External Oblique (opposite side), Internal Oblique (same side), Erector Spinae (same side), Semispinalis (opposite side), Deep Posterior Spinal Group (opposite side)
Rotate the spine in both directions throughout all phases of the exercise.
Other Muscles at Play
Spinal stabilizers create lumbo-pelvic stability.
Spinal flexors maintain the c-curve of the spine.
Spinal extensors lengthen the back when pushing the bar up.
Scapular upward rotators draw the scapulae down and under the armpit to allow for overhead reach when pushing the bar up.
Scapular depressors keep the shoulders down away from the ears.
Elbow extensors keep the elbows straight.
Hip extensors may get a stretch.
Knee extensors keep the knees straight.
Dorsiflexors keep the ankles and feet flexed.
Objectives
Build strength in the abdominals and back extensors while guiding the spine through flexion and rotation and lengthening the hamstrings for greater overall mobility.
Enhance the shoulders’ ability to move freely while maintaining steady, well-organized control through their full range.
Enhance hip-flexor control while coordinating motion through the upper body.
Sustain steady scapular support as you articulate the spine and guide the upper body into controlled forward flexion and rotational movement.
Focus on breathing to synchronize the movement.