Bicycle Supine
Plane of Motion
Sagittal
Muscle Focus
Spinal Stabilizers
Erector Spinae, Semispinalis, Deep Posterior Spinal Group
Hip Flexors
Iliopsoas, Rectus Femoris, Sartorius, Tensor Fasciae Latae, Pectineus
Knee Flexors
Hamstrings: Semitendinosus, Semimembranosus, Biceps Femoris
Knee Extensors
Quadriceps Femoris: Rectus Femoris, Vastus Lateralis, Vastus Intermedius, Vastus Medialis
Other Muscles at Play
Objectives
Engages the obliques and multifidus to prevent unwanted rotation of the hips and trunk as the legs move in a bicycle pattern.
Stabilizes the trunk, scapulae, shoulders, and arms to maintain steady upper‐body support.
Mobilizes the hips and knees through controlled flexion and extension.
Challenges the endurance of the stabilizing muscles in the trunk, scapulae, shoulders, and arms throughout the movement.
Integrates breath with the bicycle action to refine coordination and rhythm.
Focus on breathing to synchronize the movement.