Extra Learning: Muscle Anatomy Flashcards
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Gastrocnemius vs. soleus?
A
- soleus is underneath the gastroc. and is activated when the knee is bent and you are trying to raise heel.
- purpose of these two muscles is to elevate the heel (plantar flexion)
- exercises: standing/seated calf raises
2
Q
gluteus maximus
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3
Q
psoas, rectur femoris
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4
Q
latissimus dorsi
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5
Q
pectorus
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6
Q
rhomboids, trapezius…adductor; hamstring; erector spinae
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7
Q
TFL
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8
Q
iliotibial band
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9
Q
tensor fascia latae
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