Planes of motion

Question 1

Name the 3 planes of motion

Answer 1

-Sagittal
-Frontal
-Transverse

Question 2

Explain what a sagittal plane of motion is

Answer 2

This is how a player can move forwards or backwards
e.g. extension + plantar flexion
Sporting examples include…… running/somersault

Question 3

Explain what a frontal plane of motion is

Answer 3

This is how a player moves from side to side
e.g. abduction + adduction
Sporting examples include…. cartwheel

Question 4

Explain what a transverse plane of motion is

Answer 4

This is how a player can rotate
e.g. rotation+ horizontal flexion