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Where is the ham string?

The hamstring is a group of three muscles located on the back of the thigh. These muscles run from the hip to the knee and are responsible for bending the knee and extending the hip. Stretching and strengthening exercises can help maintain hamstring flexibility and strength.


Paralysis of which woul make an individual unable to flex the thigh?

Paralysis of the quadriceps femoris muscle would make an individual unable to flex the thigh. This muscle is responsible for extending the knee and flexing the thigh at the hip joint.


What movements do thigh muscles make?

Extensors of the Knee:Quadriceps femorisRectus femorisVastus lateralisVastus medialisVastus intermediusFlexors of the HipPectinuesIliopsoas (psoas major, psoas minor, iliacus)SartoriusAbducts and flexes thigh at the hip jointFlexes leg at kneeAdductors of the ThighAdductor longusAdductor brevisAdductor magnusGracilisLateral rotation of the thighStabilizes head of the femurObturator externa


What is a structure that is composed of tissues called?

An organ is a structure composed of one type of tissues that do one job. For example, the smooth heart muscle cannot do the job of the striated thigh muscle. Specialized tissues that make up blood vessels and valves in the blood vessels could not do the job of the smooth muscles in the intestines.


Which muscle originates at the anterior superior iliac spine and inserts near tibial tuberosity?

The quadriceps are a group of muscles on the front of your thighs., There are four distinct muscles that make up the quadriceps muscles.These muscles are called the vastus intermedius, the vastus medialis, the vastus lateralis, and the rectus femoris. The quadriceps are also known simply as the quads.The group inserts on the tibial tuberosity (a knot below the patella).Since the quadriceps extend over the kneecap (patella), they also help to keep your kneecap in its proper position in a groove in the end of your thigh bone.

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What is the collective name for the three muscles that make up the posterior of the thigh?

The three hamstring muscles of the posterior thigh are the semimembranosus, the semitendinosus, and the biceps femoris.


What other kinds of tissue make up the thigh bone?

muscles


What is muscle is found in your thigh?

The muscles in your upper thigh is called Hamstrings. Hamstrings are one of the strongest muscles in our body. They can also stand high tension that's why it takes long to fatigue those muscles. Good exercise specially squats can help make hamstrings strong.


Where is the rectus femoris located?

The rectus femoris is one of the 4 muscles that make up the 'quadriceps' or 'quads' at the front of the thigh. The other three are the vastus lateralis, vastus intermedius and vastus medialis.


Which muscles make your legs move?

thigh muscles and calf muscles . . Drew Andrianne C. Empuerto . . Thats my name . . ! !


What is the name of the muscle in the rear-upper thigh?

The muscles in your upper thigh is called Hamstrings. Hamstrings are one of the strongest muscles in our body. They can also stand high tension that's why it takes long to fatigue those muscles. Good exercise specially squats can help make hamstrings strong.


How can you make your hips larger?

You can exercise and make your hips grow more muscles. Eat a diet with enough protein to help the muscles grow.


How many muscles make up the hamstring?

There are three main muscles of the posterior compartment of the thigh. They are the biceps Femoris , the semitendinosus and the semimembranosus. Together, they cause flexion of the knee and extension of the hip


What bone is the hamstring attached to?

It is located on the back side of the femur.


What is the best workout routine to make your muscles larger in appearance?

Weight Training.


Where is the ham string?

The hamstring is a group of three muscles located on the back of the thigh. These muscles run from the hip to the knee and are responsible for bending the knee and extending the hip. Stretching and strengthening exercises can help maintain hamstring flexibility and strength.


How can I effectively perform squats with a ball between my knees to target my inner thigh muscles?

To effectively perform squats with a ball between your knees to target your inner thigh muscles, start by standing with your feet shoulder-width apart and the ball placed between your knees. As you squat down, focus on squeezing the ball with your inner thighs to engage those muscles. Make sure to keep your back straight, chest up, and knees aligned with your toes throughout the movement. Push through your heels to return to the starting position. Repeat for several sets to effectively target and strengthen your inner thigh muscles.