Which are eccentric functions of the gluteus maximus?
A)restrains/slows flexion and medial rotation of the thigh at the hip joint
B)restrains/slows flexion and extension of the leg at the knee joint
C)restrains/slows extension and lateral rotation of the thigh at the hip joint
D)restrains/slows lateral rotation and medial rotation of the thigh at the hip joint

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The gluteus maximus, during eccentric contractions, acts to control or slow down the motion opposite to its concentric actions. It primarily extends and laterally rotates the thigh at the hip joint. Therefore, eccentrically, it helps to control or slow down flexion (the opposite of extension) and medial rotation (the opposite of lateral rotation) of the thigh at the hip joint.

Which Are Eccentric Functions of the Gluteus Maximus