MUSCLE ANATOMY

Pectoralis

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Pectoralis

Pectoralis

pek · tr · a · luhs

Any of the muscles that connect the front walls of the chest with the bones of the upper arm and shoulder.

Nickname

Pecs.

Body Location

Chest area.

Related Exercise

Push Ups, Bench Press.

Usage

  • Used to push
  • Pushing open a door
  • Pushing a grocery cart
  • Pushing yourself off the ground

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