Body Muscles Flashcards
Name the 11 body muscles…
Deltoids, pectorals, biceps, abdominals, quadriceps, trapezius, triceps, latissimus dorsi, gluteals, hamstrings, gastrocnemius
Where is trapezius located in the body position and what is its main action?
In the centre of the chest at the back of the body, spreading up. Rotates the shoulders backwards.
Where is latissimus dorsi located in the body and what is its main action?
At the back of the body, either side of the chest. Rotates upper arm at the shoulders.
Where are the triceps located in the body and what is there main action?
At the top of each arm at the back. Extends the arms at the elbow.
Where are the gluteals located in the body and what is their main action?
In the middle of the body at the back, forming the bottom. Extends the legs back at the hips.
Where are the hamstrings located in the body and what is their main actions?
At the top of each leg at the back. Flexes the legs at the knees.
Where is the gastrocnemius located in the body and what is its main action?
At the bottom of each leg at the back. Also known as the calf muscles. Extends the ankle so you can stand on your toes.
Where are the deltoids located in the body and what is their main action?
In the upper part of the body, covering the shoulders. Raise the arms in all directions at the shoulders.
Where are the biceps located in the body and what is their main action?
At the top of each arm at the front. Flexes the arms at the elbow
Where are the quadriceps located in the body and what is their main action?
Extends the legs at the knees.
Where are the pectorals located in the body and what is their main action?
In the upper part of the chest at the front. Raise the arms up, sideways and across the chest at the shoulders.
Where are the abdominals located in the body and what is their main action?
At the front of the body in the middle, just below the chest.
Flexion and rotation of the spine so you can bend forwards.
