CBSE BoardEnglish MediumSTD 12 CommercePhysical EducationPlanning In Sports3 Marks
Question
Briefly explain the types of axis of rotation with suitable example.
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Answer
Types of Axis rotation Axis is a straight line around which an object rotates. It is an imaginary line that passes through a joint or body to describe movement.
Sagittal Axis: Passes horizontally from posterior to anterior. It passes from front to back or vice versa.
Eg. Cart wheel in gymnastics, front rolls etc.
Frontal Axis: Passes horizontally from left to right. It can be stated that frontal axis passes from side to side.
Eg. Running, jumping, trunk twisting exercises etc.
Vertical Axis: Passes vertically from Inferior to Superior i.e.it passes straight from the head to the feet or vice versa. It is also known as longitudinal axis and is the longest axis.
Eg. Ice skating, turning during tennis shots etc.
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