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There are two. The gastrocnemius muscle. This muscle is important in plantar flexion, allowing you to lift your heel when walking, running and jumping. Underneath it lies the soleus muscle, which, in addition to plantar flexion, continually adjusts your posture when standing and moving.
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∙ 15y agothe muscles that extends the lower leg are vastus lateralis, vastus medialis and vastus intermedius. These muscles collectively make up the quadriceps..
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∙ 12y agoThe quadriceps muscles work together to perform that function.
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∙ 15y agogastronemius (calf muscle)
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∙ 9y agocalf muscle
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∙ 14y agocalf muscle
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Leg Extensions work out which lower body muscles?
quadriceps
What muscles are used in star jumps?
The muscles used in a squat jump are the quads, and the hamstrings. The lower back muscles and the abdominals are used also
What can strengthen the lower leg muscles?
heel raising and heel walking...
Name the muscle group that flexes the lower leg?
The dorsiflexors include the extensorum longus, the tibialis anterior, and the peroneus.
What muscle extend the leg?
the muscles that extends the lower leg are vastus lateralis, vastus medialis and vastus intermedius. These muscles collectively make up the quadriceps..
What bone serve as the insertion bone for all muscles that act as prime movers of the lower leg?
there are many muscles in the lower leg including peroneus longus. The peroneus longus is near the kneecap but just about under it
What are the most superficial muscles in the lower leg?
Gastrocnemius is the most superficial muscle.
What muscle shares the name of a young hippo?
A young hippo is a calf, and the muscles on the back of the lower leg are the calf muscles.
Does skipping help build of your muscles?
Skipping will help your thighs and lower leg muscles. It can also help strengthen the bones.
Are the leg muscles superficial to the skin od your leg?
Leg muscles are deep to the skin of your leg. The skin is superficial to the muscles.
Which two muscles of the lower leg are attached to the calcaneus in the foot by way of the Achilles tendon?
Gastrocnemius and soleus
What muscles are used in cheering?
you use your leg muscles alot and your arm muscles. you use your leg muscles alot and your arm muscles.
