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ANALYSIS OF MOTION- Push-Up- for this motion, only analyze the GH joint, ST articulation & Elbow joint. 1. Describe the objective and technique of the skill During this movement, the individual begins on the floor in a plank position with hands placed shoulder width apart & elbows straight Phase 1- Lowering Phase. The individual bends their elbows bring their nose to the ground. Phase 2- Push Phase. The individual straightens their elbows back to the starting position. II. Analysis of Motion- Use chart format: Phase of Joints Joint Motions Movement 1. 1. 1. Phase of Movement 2. 2. GH Joint Horizontal ST Articulation Elbow Joint Joints GH Joint ST Articulation Elbow Extension/ABduction Joint Motions Plane of Movement & Primary Muscles Type of Muscle Joint Axis for each Contraction Motion N/A NOTE:Hands are shoulder width apart Plane of Movement & Primary Muscles Type of Muscle Joint Axis for each Contraction Motion NA Answer the following questions: 1. Which muscles are activated during this activity as stabilizing muscles of the GH joint, keeping the head of the humerus in the socket? 2. Considering gravity, how could you alter the starting position for someone who doesn't have the strength to perform this exercise in a plank position? 3. What plane of motion are the GH & Elbow joint moving in if you change your hand placement to be directly under your face?