Assessment

½ Kneeling Rotations

Isolates thoracic rotation by locking out hip and lumbar movement. A key indicator of shoulder girdle mobility, scapular stability, and the ability to rotate from the thoracic spine.

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Half Kneeling Rotation

Criteria to Pass

A straight line from fingertip to fingertip is maintained
Arms and torso rotate parallel to the front leading leg
Scapula stays packed and engaged throughout the rotation
Hips remain completely stable — no rotation or shifting
The front knee does not move forward, back, or side to side
Torso stays vertical and erect throughout the movement