Muscles Flashcards
What is the deltoid?
A muscle located in the shoulder that is responsible for arm abduction.
What are the bides?
A term that may refer to a specific muscle group or anatomical feature.
What are abdominals?
Muscles located in the front of the abdomen that help with core stability and movement.
What are quadriceps?
A group of muscles located at the front of the thigh, responsible for knee extension.
What is the trapezius?
A large muscle that extends down the back of the neck and upper spine, involved in shoulder movement.
What are the thoeps?
A term that may refer to a specific muscle group or anatomical feature.
What is the latissimus dorsi?
A large muscle in the back that helps with arm movement and stabilization.
What are the erector spinae?
A group of muscles that run along the spine, responsible for extending and stabilizing the back.
What is the gluteus maximus?
The largest muscle in the buttocks, responsible for hip extension and movement.
What are hamstrings?
Muscles located at the back of the thigh that are involved in knee flexion and hip extension.
What is the gastrocnemius?
A major muscle in the calf that is involved in plantar flexion of the foot.
