Muscle Groups and Functions

A set of flashcards detailing the primary muscle groups, their locations in the body, and their functions.

Deltoids

Lifts arm away from body at the shoulder joint.

Pectorals

Located in the chest area, assists in pushing movements.

Trapezius

Upper back muscle that moves shoulders up and down and allows neck rotation.

Rhomboids

Muscles located under the trapezius that squeeze the shoulder blades together.

Latissimus Dorsi

Middle back muscle used to pull something towards you, involved in rowing activities.

Biceps

Muscle located in the upper front arm, responsible for flexing the arm at the elbow.

Triceps

Muscle located in the upper back arm, responsible for straightening the arm at the elbow joint.

Wrist Flexors

Muscles in the front side of the forearm that flex or bend the hands at the wrist.

Wrist Extensors

Muscles in the back side of the forearm that straighten the wrist joint.

Rectus Abdominus

Muscle in the center abs that moves the torso forward against resistance.