Perform an analysis of the pushup. Th exercise is separated into two movements. (starting laying on the floor) 1. Movement to the up position and the 2. Return movement to the down phase.

Phase 1:

What type of movement occurs at each upper extremity joint? What muscles are activated at each joint and what type of contraction? Identify the type of axis of rotation, plane of motion, joint action, and type of joint action.

The joints include: wrist, elbow, shoulder, and shoulder girdle

Phase 2:

What type of movement occurs at each upper extremity joint? What muscles are activated at each joint and what type of contraction? Identify the type of axis of rotation, plane of motion, joint action, and type of joint action.

The joints include: wrist, elbow, shoulder, and shoulder girdle