Pushups, as their name implies, are a pushing movement. They're done in the sagittal plane and strengthen arms, shoulders, back and core.
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This pulling move in the sagittal plane increases mobility and strength throughout your upper back and shoulder complex.
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This squatting exercise in the sagittal plane increases total-body strength with a particular emphasis on the legs and core.
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This rotational exercise takes place in the transverse plane and focuses on strength and mobility through the side body and back.
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As a single-leg movement in the sagittal plane, this exercise promotes balance, proper hip function and strength in the back of your legs, glutes and back.
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It's important to do exercises in the frontal plane, like this side plank that targets your core muscles, especially your obliques, while building shoulder and back strength.
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Dana Santas will get you moving in the right directions — literally.
In Part I of this seven-part fitness series, we started our journey by learning how to strengthen our mind-body connection and practice breathing to create good posture. We also eased into an exercise habit with a daily walk.
As a single-leg movement in the sagittal plane, this exercise promotes balance, proper hip function and strength in the back of your legs, glutes and back.
It's important to do exercises in the frontal plane, like this side plank that targets your core muscles, especially your obliques, while building shoulder and back strength.
