Soc 14: Muscular System Flashcards
Deltoid location
Upper part of the body, covers the shoulders
Gluteas location
In the middle of the body at the back, forming the bottom.
Hamstring location
At the top of each leg at the back.
Gastrocnemius location
At the bottom of each leg at the back. Also known as the calf muscles.
Latissimus dorsi location
At the back of the body, either side of
the chest.
Tricep location
At the top of each arm at the back.
Bicep location
At the top of each arm at the front.
Quadricep location
At the top of each leg at the front.
Pectorallis major
In the upper part of the chest at the front.
External obliques location
To the side of the abdomen.
Tibialis anterior location
Runs down the shin.
Hip flexor location
Sit deep in the front of the hip and connect the leg .
Gluteals function
Adduct and extend the leg at the hips, pull the leg backwards.
Hamstrings function
Flex the legs at the knees.
Gastrocnemius function
Point the toes (planta-flexion) at the ankle.