| Effect on Pelvis | Group | Muscles (O/F or too short) |
|---|---|---|
Hip flexors | Psoas, iliacus, quadriceps Sartorius, tensor fascia lata | |
Back extensors (posterior pelvis pulled superior) | Erector spinae, quadratus lumborum, multifidous, intertransversii | |
Abdominals (anterior pelvis pulled superior) | Rectus abdominals, internal obliques, external obliques | |
Leg extensors (posterior pelvis pulled inferior) | Glut max, hamstrings | |
Leg abductors (pull inferior on one side of pelvis) | Glut minimus and medius, tensor fascia lata | |
Lateral trunk muscles (pull superior on other side of pelvis) | Quadratus lumborum, external obliques, internal oblique, assisted by hip adductors |