Field Goal Exercise

(Tall Kneeling)

- Adjust cables so they are at their lowest position.

-Kneel down on airex pad or equivalent and maintain the “tall kneeling position”.

-Grab the cables in a crossed arm position.

-Pull cables up in a diagonal position (D2 flexion).

-Initiate the motion with the shoulder blades.

-Thumbs down at the bottom of the movement, thumbs up at the top.

Note: If client can’t kneel have them sit on low chair or stability ball.

Competency Criteria

Client does not hyperxtend their back during any portion of the pull.

Client stays tall throughout entire exercise.

Client does not shrug (elevate) shoulders during initial pulling.

Shoulder blades are down and in at end of movement.

 Chin remains in chin tuck position.