Iliotibial tract: A thick band of connective tissue that runs along the outside of the thigh from the hip to the shin, providing stability to the knee.
Hip flexors: Muscles located at the front of your hip that help with moving your leg or knee up towards your torso.
Quadriceps femoris:A group of four muscles located at the front of the thigh, primarily responsible for knee extension and playing a significant role in walking, running, and jumping