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    Muscle Function Masseter helps chew food by raising the mandible up and down Latissimus dorsi extension of the arm, the adduction of the arm, and the rotation of the arm towards the center of the body Triceps brachii extension of the arm and forearm Deltoids rotation of the arm towards and away from the body, and the extension, flexion, and abduction of the arm Trapezius extension of the cranium, adduction and elevation, and depression of the scapula Extensor carpi radialis abduction and extension

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    Thoracic muscles involved in forced expiration include the interosseous portion of the internal intercostals, innermost intercostals, transversus thoracis, subcostals, and serratus posterior inferior. The function of the interosseous portion of the internal intercostals

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    There is capsule which is two layers of members surrounding the joint. Around the capsule, there are some bursae--small fluid-filled sacs to assist the mobility. The shoulder joint is a muscle-dependent joint because it lacks strong ligaments. Muscles surrounding the shoulder joint Trapezius muscle Trapezius muscle attaches to the base of the skull and extends down until mid back and laterally it inserts to the shoulder blades. It is involved in the shoulder blades movement Pain caused by middle and

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    trapezius muscle: - Origin: it has an extensive origin from the base of the skull to the upper lumbar vertebrae. - Insertion: it inserts on the lateral aspect of the clavicle, acromion, and scapular spine. - Nerve supply: It is innervated by the spinal accessory nerve. - Action: It functions mainly as a scapular retractor and elevator of the lateral angle of the scapula[19]. The rhomboids muscles: The rhomboids, consisting of the major and minor muscles. - Origin: the major and minor muscles originate

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    survive. Regarding the different muscles in our body, although there are so many of them, they all play an important role and are all dependent on one another. Muscles are crucial for stability and mobility. We all work our muscles and occasionally strain our muscles on an everyday basis, but individuals involved in athletic sports tend to work and stress their muscles more often. Considering an athlete, depending on what sport they play, may focus more on specific muscles that will help improve their

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    Deltoid Acquisition

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    that have to be achieved to complete a full row. They are the catch, drive that the primary focus is the lower body; therefore I will not discuss much about this phase, the finish and recovery. The muscles that I will discuss deltoids, trapezius, triceps brachii, teres major, biceps brachii, and pectoralis major. All movement and phases will occur in the sagittal plane. The initial movement in the catch phase the shoulders are abducted, the deltoid origin is inferolateral clavicle and spine of the

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    is a vital part in one’s everyday life. There are three types of muscles. Skeletal muscles help people carry out locomotor skills like walking and skipping as well as skills related to sports like kicking a soccer ball. Smooth muscles are located in the digestive, excretory, respiratory, reproductive, and other body systems. The purpose of smooth muscles is to contract and move food or carry blood through the body. The cardiac muscle is responsible for pumping the heart so blood can circulate throughout

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    ‘your arms might have trouble lifting your body all way around through the air’. Body Parts and muscles that supporting in doing Gymnast Core Legs Arm, Chest and Back Forearms and Neck Muscles Core Abdominal & Pelvic muscle are used in every moment. Abdominal usually use every moment, every time they move, every time they dance. Pelvic muscle usually use when we're walking but this is one of the muscle that we used to split on & dance all the way in the air & in the ground. Legs Femur, patella

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    name the major muscles of the human body. Students will also understand the muscle actions correspond with their locations in the body. Are there any safety concerns associated with this exercise? If so, list what they are and what precautions should be taken. There are some safety concerns with this exercise. Gloves, masks and goggles should be worn at all times. Using the tools correctly is imparitive to making sure the student remains unharmed. Exercise 1: Muscles of the Head and

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    types of muscles used while bumping a volleyball such as the shoulder, elbow, and knee muscles. The joint used in the shoulder muscle is the shoulder girdle and the action you can do is elevation. When bumping a volleyball, the agonist muscles used are the upper trapezius, rhomboids, and levator scapulae. While the antagonist muscles are latissimus dorsi, pectoralis major and minor, serratus anterior, and trapezius. The bones used are the humerus, scapula, and clavicle. The deep muscle group that

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