AQA GCSE Physical Education · 8582
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Revise: Major musclesThe gastrocnemius forms the prominent calf muscle at the back of the lower leg. It is involved in running and jumping.
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GCSE Physical Education · key term
The calf muscle at the back of the lower leg, used in movements such as running and jumping.
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Paper 1
Revise: Major musclesThe gastrocnemius forms the prominent calf muscle at the back of the lower leg. It is involved in running and jumping.
Paper 1
A calf muscle at the back of the lower leg that points the foot downwards and raises the heel.
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The gastrocnemius lies at the back of the lower leg, forming part of the calf. It points the foot downwards at the ankle and raises the heel. This action helps a runner push off the ground or a jumper push upwards at take-off.