Rotation Prone
Plane of Motion
Sagittal & Transverse
Muscle Focus
Spinal Extensors
Erector Spinae, Semispinalis, Deep Posterior Spinal Group
Spinal Rotators
External Oblique (opposite side), Internal Oblique (same side), Erector Spinae (same side), Semispinalis (opposite side), Deep Posterior Spinal Group (opposite side)
Hip Extensors
Gluteus Maximus, Hamstrings: Semimembranosus, Semitendinosus & Biceps Femoris
Other Muscles at Play
Objectives
Engages the abdominals and pelvic floor to stabilize the lumbo‐pelvic region.
Activates the obliques to stabilize the lumbar spine, prevent overextension, and mobilize the torso in rotation.
Engages the glutes and hamstrings to stabilize the pelvis on the femurs.
Trains coordinated stabilization of the spine, pelvis on the femurs, and scapulae.
Mobilizes the spine through controlled rotational movement.
Develops coordination and control by initiating rotation from the upper spine and sequentially rippling upward rather than rotating from the shoulders.
Challenges the endurance of the erector spinae to maintain trunk height against gravity.
Focus on breathing to synchronize the movement.