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Generally, the main trunk flexors are Rectus Abdominus and the Obliques (Internal and External). Quadratus Lumborum, Trapezius and Latissimus Dorsi also play a small role in flexion.
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What muscles laterally flex the cervical spine?
scalene muscles
What muscle of the Erector Spinae group is located closest to the spine?
The muscle of the Erector Spinae group that is located closest to the spine is the spinalis muscle. It runs alongside the vertebral column and is the most medial component of the Erector Spinae group, which also includes the longissimus and iliocostalis muscles. The spinalis primarily functions to extend and laterally flex the spine.
What is the name of the large thick muscle located on either side of the lumbar vertebrae?
The large thick muscle located on either side of the lumbar vertebrae is called the erector spinae. Its main function is to extend and laterally flex the spine.
What is the agonist in a sit up?
In a sit-up, the primary agonist muscle is the rectus abdominis. This muscle contracts to flex the spine and bring the torso towards the thighs. Other muscles, such as the hip flexors, also assist in the movement but the rectus abdominis is the main muscle responsible for the action.
Why does my muscle hurt when I flex?
When you flex a muscle, it puts pressure on the muscle fibers, causing microscopic damage. This damage triggers an inflammatory response, leading to pain and soreness in the muscle.
Why does it hurt when I flex my bicep?
When you flex your bicep, the muscle contracts and pulls on the tendons that attach it to your bones. If there is inflammation or strain in the muscle or tendon, it can cause pain when you flex your bicep.
Which muscle do you contract when you flex your arm?
supraspinatus muscle
Which muscle does NOT flex the elbow?
The triceps brachii muscle does not flex the elbow; it is responsible for extending the elbow joint when it contracts.
What are the release dates for Flex Your Love Muscle - 2012?
Flex Your Love Muscle - 2012 was released on: USA: 8 January 2012
What are the release dates for All Muscle with Funkmaster Flex - 2006?
All Muscle with Funkmaster Flex - 2006 was released on: USA: 2006
Contraction of a muscle resulting in its shortening?
A muscular contraction that causes a muscle to shorten is called a concentric contraction. A concentric contraction is a type of isotonic contraction.
Muscle that bends body?
Spine. Bone, not muscle.
