muscles Flashcards
what is the muscle called in the lower back?
lattismus dorsi
what is the shoulder muscle?
deltoid
what movements can the deltoid allow?
abduction
flexion
extension
what is the muscle by the scapula called?
rotator cuff
what does the rotator cuff promote?
stability in the shoulders
what are the chest muscles called?
pectorals
what are pectorals important for?
inspiration
what is the muscle called at the front of the upper arm?
bicep
what is the muscle called at the back of the upper arm?
tricep
what are the muscles on your stomach called?
abdominals
what are abdominals important for?
expiration (breathing out)
what is the muscle called by your hips?
hip flexors
what are the muscles called by your bum?
gluteals
what is the muscle called at the back of the upper leg?
hamstrings
wat do hamstrings help with?
knee flexion
what is the muscle called at the front of your upper leg?
quadriceps
what is the muscle called at the back of the lower leg?
gastrocnemius
what does the gastrocnemius help with?
plantar flexion
what is the muscle called at the front of the lower leg?
tibias anterior
what does the tibias anterior help with?
dorsiflexion
what is plantar flexion?
moving your toes towards the floor. e.g. pointing your toes
what is dorsiflexion?
moving your toes towards the ceiling. e.g. walking.
