8 Muscles In Your Body Flashcards
(34 cards)
What is the primary function of the deltoid muscle?
The deltoid muscle primarily functions to abduct the arm.
True or False: The pectoralis major is responsible for shoulder flexion.
True
Fill in the blank: The latissimus dorsi is also known as the ________ muscle.
swimming
Which muscle is primarily responsible for elbow flexion?
Biceps
What is the main role of the triceps muscle?
The triceps muscle is responsible for elbow extension.
Multiple Choice: Which muscle group includes the external obliques? A) Chest B) Abdomen C) Back D) Legs
B) Abdomen
What movement do the gluteal muscles primarily facilitate?
Hip extension, abduction, and external rotation.
True or False: Hip flexors primarily assist in hip extension.
False
Fill in the blank: The ________ muscle is located on the front of the upper arm.
biceps
Which muscle is also known as the ‘lats’?
Latissimus dorsi
What is the primary action of the external obliques?
Trunk rotation and lateral flexion.
Multiple Choice: Which muscle is NOT part of the shoulder girdle? A) Deltoid B) Pectoralis Major C) Latissimus Dorsi D) Triceps
D) Triceps
What is the origin of the pectoralis major?
Clavicle, sternum, and ribs.
True or False: The biceps brachii has two heads.
True
Fill in the blank: The ________ muscle is crucial for activities like running and kicking.
hip flexors
What is the primary function of the gluteals?
To stabilize the hip and pelvis during movement.
Multiple Choice: Which muscle assists in shoulder adduction? A) Biceps B) Latissimus Dorsi C) Triceps D) Gluteals
B) Latissimus Dorsi
What is the insertion point of the triceps muscle?
Olecranon of the ulna.
True or False: The external obliques are located on the posterior side of the body.
False
Fill in the blank: The ________ muscle aids in lateral trunk flexion.
external obliques
What type of muscle contraction do the hip flexors perform during running?
Concentric contraction
Multiple Choice: Which muscle is primarily responsible for shoulder flexion? A) Latissimus Dorsi B) Pectoralis Major C) Triceps D) Gluteals
B) Pectoralis Major
What is the primary role of the deltoid’s posterior fibers?
Shoulder extension and external rotation.
True or False: The biceps brachii is involved in forearm supination.
True