Answer to Question #25483 in Biomechanics for Anthony Sopena

Question

For the Squat, what is/are the primary
1.Plane of Motion?
2 Joints Involved?
3 Joint Actions?
4 Axis of Motion?

Answer 1

1. Plane of motion. The movement is initiated by moving the hips back and bending the knees and hips to
lower the torso and accompanying weight, then returning to the upright
position. Squats are commonly performed to varying depths. And these depths
depend on plane of motion.