Squat involves lowering hips from standing position and standing up. Primary muscles used are quadriceps, gluteus maximus, adductor magnus. Movement involves hip and knee flexion during descent, extension during ascent
Superficial two-headed muscle located in back of lower leg. Extends from knee to heel across three joints. Forms part of calf muscle with soleus muscle. 39% of individuals have sesamoid bone called fabella in lateral head
Leg includes thigh, calf, and shank regions between knee and ankle. Each leg contains 60 bones, with femur, tibia, and fibula as major components. Legs are adapted for efficient bipedal gait, unlike other primates. Female legs have greater hip anteversion and tibiofemoral angles
Calf muscles are located between ankle and knee, supporting toe standing and foot rotation. Weak calves can lead to pain and injury, limiting mobility. Strengthening calves should be balanced with surrounding muscles
Quadriceps are four muscles responsible for knee flexion and stability. They are used in various functional movements including walking and running. Strengthening quads can prevent and improve knee pain
Gastrocnemius is a large muscle located in back of lower leg. Muscle originates from medial and lateral heads behind knee. Joins soleus to form Achilles tendon attaching to heel bone. Approximately 10-30% of people have fabella bone in lateral aspect