Hip and pelvis
Gluteus maximus
Extends and laterally rotates the hip and contributes to powerful rising. climbing. and propulsion
- Origin
- Posterior ilium, sacrum, coccyx, and sacrotuberous ligament
- Insertion
- Iliotibial tract and gluteal tuberosity of the femur
- Primary actions
- Extends and laterally rotates the hip and contributes to powerful rising. climbing. and propulsion
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