Prone Elbows/Knees

-Place elbows directly under shoulders.

- Your head, shoulders, hips, and knees should form a straight line.

-Your low back should not be arched.

-Shoulder blades are depressed and protracted.

-Chin remains in chin tuck.

-A pillow or airex pad may be appropriate under knees.

-Hold position for said amount of time.

Competency Criteria

Client is able to hold the position for 10- 15 seconds without any deviations (x3).

Client is able to hold the position for 60-75 seconds without any deviations .

Client predominately feels their lower abdominals and NOT their lower back.

-Client does not arch their back the entire time.

Client feels pain.