Plane of Motion
Footwork: Arches
Plane of Motion
Sagittal
Spring Setting
Medium / Heavy
3-4 Medium Springs
Muscle Focus
Knee Extensors
Quadriceps Femoris
Straightens the knee to push the carriage out.
Resists the springs to pull the carriage in with control.
Hip Extensors
Gluteus Maximus, Hamstrings
Straightens the thigh in the hip to push the carriage out.
Resists the springs to pull the carriage in with control.
Plantar Fascia & Intrinsic Muscles on the Bottom of the Feet
Intrinsic Muscles on the Bottom of the Foot
Work the grasping muscles of the feet and wake up and massage the fascia on the bottom of the feet.
Other Muscles at Play
Anterior spinal stabilizers to maintain lumbo-pelvic stabilization.
Hip adductors to draw the legs together as they extend and build the midline connection into the core.
Objectives
Strengthen and stretch the plantar flexors.
Enhance coordination and warm up the lower leg.
Enhance the core connection to keep the pelvis stable.
Ensure correct foot placement (1st ray connection) to prevent internal rotation of the feet, legs, and ankles.
Focus on breathing to synchronize movement and maintain balance.