Anterior and Posterior Pelvic Tilt

The control of pelvic positioning is crucial for a healthy posture and efficient movement execution. An exercise that specifically improves mobility and awareness of pelvic control is the transition between anterior and posterior pelvic tilt while standing (APT to PPT). Mastering this movement pattern is essential for countless calisthenics and gymnastics exercises, such as the Handstand, Hollow Body Hold, or Front Lever.

Anterior and Posterior Pelvic Tilt - the correct execution

  • Start in a hip-width stance
  • Knees are slightly bent
  • Tilt your pelvis forward so that your abdominal wall stretches (ATP)
  • Straighten your pelvis by contracting your abdominal wall (PPT)
  • Work in the widest possible range of motion
  • Try to work only in the area of the lumbar spine

The exercise Anterior and Posterior Pelvic Tilt is intended to be used as a technique, warm up, mobility exercise.

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