Planes And Axis Of Movement Flashcards
1
Q
Sagittal plane
A
Splits the left and right side of the body vertically
Example of movement- walking, somersault..
2
Q
Frontal plane
A
Splits the front and back of the body vertically
Example of movement- cartwheel
3
Q
Transverse plane
A
Divides middle of body horizontally (making superior and inferior)
Examples of movement- twist jump trampolining
4
Q
Sagittal axis
A
Moves through the centre of the body through the belly button
Movement allowed- cartwheel
5
Q
Vertical axis
A
Moves through the body vertically (head to toes)
Movement allowed- twist jumps (one spot)
6
Q
Frontal axis
A
Moves through the hip left to right
Movement allowed- somersault
