Gluteus Maximus

Origin: Pelvis (Ilium Sacrum, Coccyx) Fibers also mix with: Sacrotuberus Ligament, Lumbodorsal and Gluteus Medius Fascia

Insertion: Femur (Gluteal Tuberosity) & Tibia via IT Band

Action: Hip Extension, External Rotation, Abduction

Innervation: L5-S2 (Inferior Gluteal Nerve)

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