Homework: Kinesiology Body Movements
Part I
Muscles that cross the both the hip and knee can affect the mobility of either of the joints.
Using approximately 400 to 500 words, describe how and why maintaining the position of full knee extension limits the ability to maximally flex the hip both actively and passively. Does maintaining excessive hip flexion limit the ability to accomplish full knee extension? Consequently, describe how and why maintaining the position of full knee flexion limits the ability to maximally extend the hip both actively and passively. Does maintaining excessive hip extension limit the ability to accomplish full knee flexion?
Part II
Heel raise exercises are typically performed standing and going up on your toes. There are multiple ways to vary this exercise.
Using approximately 400 to 500 words, describe the difference between performing heel raises with your knees straight versus your knees bent. What muscles are being activated with each activity? With this knowledge, how would it change the way these muscles get stretched?
Format your homework according to the following formatting requirements:
o The answer should be typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), double spaced, with one-inch margins on all sides.
o The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
o Also include a reference page. The Citations and references must follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.