Body Types
This body type is characterized by a body builder
Mesomorph
The muscle that runs from the elbow to the hand is called the
Forearm
The 3 back muscles are
Trapezius, Rhomboids, Latissimus Dorsi
The quadriceps and hamstrings have how many muscles
4 and 3
Another name for the shoulder is
Deltoid
The body type that is tall and lean
Ectomorph
The bicep is composed of how many muscles
2
True or False
The Latissimus Dorsi runs from underneath the armpit, into the middle back, near the spine, into the lower back
True
The calf muscle is called
Gastrocnemius
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True or False
An endomorph typically has a rounder body and is able to gain fat
True
What is the main function of the triceps
Elbow Extension
This is the largest muscle in the back
Latissimus Dorsi
The quadriceps are responsible for knee_________
Extension
Why are the abdominals so important in the human body
Keeps us upright
A rugby player typically has this body type
Endomorph
The main function of the bicep is
Elbow flexion
The Rhomboids connect which 2 important components in the back
Spine and scapula
True or False
The glutes are composed of 2 muscles
Arm movement
Name each body type with 1 characteristic
Mesomorph
Ectomorph
Endomorph
(Characteristics approved by Miss Yousko)
The arm is located where?
Between the shoulder and elbow
The latissimus dorsi and trapezius performs this important function
Connect the vertebrae to the spine
The hamstrings are responsible for knee _______
Flexion
This is a capsule composed of tendons and ligaments that connects the deltoid to the arms. It keeps this area tight
Rotator Cuff