Quadriceps

Quadriceps Femoris

Anatomy

Short definition

Quadriceps femoris — extends the knee.

Full definition

Quadriceps femoris has four heads (rectus femoris, vastus lateralis, medialis, intermedius), extending the knee, with rectus femoris also flexing the hip; the prime mover in squats and leg presses.

Examples

Barbell squats are the primary Quadriceps exercise.

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