What is an axis of rotation?

An axis of rotation is an imaginary line through the body about which the body or a limb turns. An axis always runs at right angles to its matching plane.

Where is the sagittal plane, and which movements happen in it?

The sagittal plane runs vertically from front to back, dividing the body into left and right halves. Flexion and extension happen in the sagittal plane.

Where is the frontal plane, and which movements happen in it?

The frontal plane runs vertically from side to side, dividing the body into front and back halves. Abduction and adduction happen in the frontal plane.

Where is the transverse plane, and which movement happens in it?

The transverse plane runs horizontally, dividing the body into upper and lower halves. Rotation happens in the transverse plane.

Where is the frontal axis?

The frontal axis runs horizontally from the front to the back of the body. Movements in the frontal plane, such as a cartwheel, turn about the frontal axis.

OCR GCSE Physical Education J587

Applied Anatomy and Physiology

Topic overview Bones and functions of the skeleton Synovial joints and the movements they allow Major muscle groups and antagonistic pairs The cardiovascular system The respiratory system and gas exchange Aerobic and anaerobic exercise Short-term effects of exercise Long-term effects of exercise

Movement Analysis

Topic overview Lever systems and mechanical advantage Planes and axes of movement

Physical Training

Topic overview Components of fitness Fitness tests and fitness data Collecting and presenting data Principles of training FITT and training zones Training methods Warm-ups and cool-downs Preventing injury and sports hazards

Socio-Cultural Influences

Topic overview Participation in physical activity and sport Participation trends in England Commercialisation, the media and sponsorship Sportsmanship, gamesmanship, deviance and violence Drugs in sport

Sports Psychology

Topic overview Skilful movement and the classification of skills Goal setting and SMART targets Mental preparation Types of guidance Types of feedback

Health, Fitness and Well-Being

Topic overview Health, fitness and the physical benefits of exercise Emotional and social benefits of activity Components of a balanced diet Diet, hydration and energy use

Movement Analysis

Planes and axes of movement

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Overview

The sagittal, frontal and transverse planes, the frontal, transverse and longitudinal axes, and the planes and axes of somersaults, cartwheels, spins, kicks and golf swings.

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Answer each one before you reveal it.

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Where do the frontal and transverse axes run, and which movements turn about each?

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Where are the frontal and transverse planes, and which movements happen in each?

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What is a plane of movement?

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What is a plane of movement?
Model answer
A plane of movement is an imaginary flat surface running through the body. Movement takes place along a plane.
2
What is an axis of rotation?
Model answer
An axis of rotation is an imaginary line through the body about which the body or a limb turns. An axis always runs at right angles to its matching plane.
3
Where is the sagittal plane, and which movements happen in it?
Model answer
The sagittal plane runs vertically from front to back, dividing the body into left and right halves. Flexion and extension happen in the sagittal plane.
4
Where is the frontal plane, and which movements happen in it?
Model answer
The frontal plane runs vertically from side to side, dividing the body into front and back halves. Abduction and adduction happen in the frontal plane.
5
Where is the transverse plane, and which movement happens in it?
Model answer
The transverse plane runs horizontally, dividing the body into upper and lower halves. Rotation happens in the transverse plane.
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Where is the frontal axis?
Model answer
The frontal axis runs horizontally from the front to the back of the body. Movements in the frontal plane, such as a cartwheel, turn about the frontal axis.

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