Question

correct! the biceps is the agonist during a biceps curl. let’s try a leg example: when you kick your leg forward (like kicking a ball), which muscle is the agonist? a) hamstrings b) triceps c) quadriceps d) biceps what’s your answer?

Explanation:

The quadriceps are the agonist muscles when kicking the leg forward as they contract to produce the movement. Hamstrings are on the back - of the thigh and are antagonists in this movement. Triceps are arm muscles and biceps are also arm muscles, not involved in leg - kicking.

Answer:

C. Quadriceps