Stretch Zone Anatomy

IT band

pelvic stabilization and posture control

TFL

sustain IT band and stabilize hip/knee joint

glute max

balance posture/balance pelvis

external hip rotator

rotate externally

piriformis

stabilize hip joint

erector spinae

extends the spine/lateral flexion/maintain posture

lats

rowing/climbing/swimming

adductor magnus

stabilizers of the pelvis/bring in

gracilis

help hamstring flex knee (walking)

adductor longus

adduct thigh at hip joint

soleus

plantar flexion for upper ankle

gastrocnemius

provides force when walking

biceps femoris

major role in gait cycle

semimembranosus/semitendinosus

stabilize pelvis/knee

rectus femoris

stabilize knee/flex hip/maintain posture

Iliacus

w/psoas to flex thigh and bring trunk forward

iliopsoas

strongest flexor of thigh

rectus femoris

knee extensor