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The quads, glutes, adductors and calves
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What leg muscles are used to jump?
quads and calfs
What are the physical requirements for success in the long jump?
leg muscles and speed
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
Why a person can't jump without bending legs?
To jump, you need the force of your leg muscles pushing off of the floor to move you into the air. Without bending your knees, you can't use your leg muscles.
What fitness requirements is needed for athletics in high jump?
leg muscles and speed
What muscles contract and relax when you bend your leg?
When you Bend your Leg your hamstring contracts and your quadriceps relax
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.
Explain why the muscles of the finger cannot develop as much force as the muscles of the leg?
The muscles that flex and extend your finger are not as large as those in your leg. As a result, the biochemical processes that cause muscles to flex are limited. Trying to exert leg-force with your hands is a bit like using a moped to haul a boat.
How do you get your jumping up?
Practice my dear. Jumping is an exercise and every time you try, you get better. Even in video games, the character doesn't always make the jump. But every time he tries, he gets better. Try running for exercise. If you run, your leg muscles will get stronger and if your leg muscles are strong you can jump better.
Does body weight and calf size influence how high you can jump?
What has the most affect on how high a person can jump has to do with ones muscles in their entire body, not just the leg muscles. Muscles in the trunk as well as all extremities are used when jumping. Technique is also a factor in gaining height as well.
Give two adaptations of a lion to its form of protection?
it has strong back leg muscles what help it jump higher,its claws are retractable
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.
