Muscles And Moves

Question 1

Outline the agonist and synergist muscles in a deadlift

3 each

Answer 1

Agonist (main)
Glutes
Hamstrings
Erector spinae (spinal stability and extension

Synergist (assisting)
Quadriceps
Adductor Magnus
Soleus

Question 2

Outline the agonist and synergist muscles in a bench

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Answer 2

Agonist (main)
Pec major

Synergist (assisting)
Triceps
Anterior deltoid

Antagonist (Lengthening working against )
Biceps

Question 3

Outline the agonist and synergist muscles in a strict press

Answer 3

Agonist (main)
Pec major

Synergist (assisting)
Triceps
Anterior deltoid

Antagonists (working against- lengthen when agonist contract)
Biceps
Posterior deltoids

Question 4

Outline the agonist and synergist muscles in a squat

Answer 4

Agonist (main)
Quads
Glutes

Synergist (assisting)
Hamstring

Antagonist (Lengthening working against )
Calves
Adductors
Abs
Spinal erectors