Spread Eagle
Plane of Motion
Sagittal
Spring Setting
No Spring Loads
Frame Poles
Muscle Focus
Spinal Flexors
Rectus Abdominis, Internal Oblique, External Oblique
Spinal Extensors
Erector Spinae, Semispinalis, Deep Posterior Spinal Group
Objectives
Builds balanced strength in the abdominals and back extensors to enhance trunk stability while opening the shoulders.
Promotes greater spinal flexibility through controlled, segmental articulation.
Refines abdominal support so the spine can move fluidly through flexion and extension.
Maintains steady scapular stabilization as the upper body extends and flexes and the spine lengthens.
Creates length through both the front and back lines of the body for more integrated mobility.
Encourages coordinated co-contraction of the latissimus dorsi and abdominals to support upper-body flexion with precision and control.
Focus on breathing to synchronize the movement.