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well, your biceps longus is the muscle on the top of your thigh. You engage this muscle when you lift it while in the sitting position. the , once the leg is crossed, it is gravity that keeps your leg in place. ( I think :) )

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Q: What muscle is associated with being able to sit cross legged?
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