RDL Lateral Reach

Transverse Plane

Purpose: 

Assess hip extension, adduction & rotation

Starting Position:

Mat in open space with cone in 1st box on midline strip
Stand at front end of mat, facing sideways with side on inside foot touching edge

Cueing & Measurement:

Raise outside leg up in front with knee bent at 90°, keeping inside leg straight
Hinge hip, bringing outside leg back as you reach over with outside hand to push cone 2” along midline strip
Return back upright with outside leg up in front, knee bent
Repeat for up to 6-8 reps, pushing cone 2” further each rep
Perform 2nd set of 4-6 reps pushing cone in 3” increments and for a 3rd set of 3-5 reps pushing cone in 4” increments