Planes of Movement
Your body moves in three different planes of movement - think of them as invisible slices through your body. Each plane allows specific types of movement that you use in every sport.
The sagittal plane divides your body into left and right sides. Movements here include flexion (bending) and extension (straightening) - like doing bicep curls or sit-ups. This is probably the most common plane you'll use in the gym.
The frontal plane splits your body into front and back sections. Here you get adduction (bringing limbs towards your body) and abduction (moving them away). Star jumps and cartwheels are perfect examples of frontal plane movements.
The transverse plane cuts your body horizontally into top and bottom halves. This plane handles all rotation movements - like pivoting in netball or swinging a golf club. These rotational movements are essential for generating power in most sports.
Quick Tip: Remember the planes by thinking: sagittal = splits sides, frontal = front/back, transverse = top/bottom!
