Anatomy

Responsible for the movement of the human body, our 700 named muscles attach to the bones of our skeletal system and make up about half of our bodyweight. Our anatomy articles discuss each muscle, its purpose, related injuries, and the best exercises and workouts.

3 Triceps Workouts: The Secret to Awesome Arms and Super Strength

Triceps are the ultimate hybrid muscle. Not only are they responsible for arms that look both strong ad sexy, they also contribute mightily to some big lifts like the bench press and shoulder press. The ...

Serratus Anterior: the Top Part of Your Six-Pack!

The serratus anterior? Huh? I know, I know, it sounds like a dinosaur or maybe one of the zombies from “The Walking Dead," but this small muscle is a forgotten powerhouse. A vital stabilizer for healthy shoulder ...

Gluteus Maximus: The Exercises, Stretches & Injuries to Avoid for Your Glutes!

The muscles of the legs, including the gluteus maximus, span across three joints: those of the hips, knees and ankles. The large muscles of the legs have the primary role of supporting the hips and ...

Latissimus Dorsi: Exercises + Stretches for Your “Lats”

The latissimus dorsi muscles — commonly just called "the lats" — are the two biggest, broadest muscles in your back and, overall, one of the largest muscle groups in the whole body. As extensor muscles, ...

Building Strong Quadriceps: Exercises, Stretches + Ways to Avoid Injury

The quadriceps are considered to collectively be one of the most powerful muscles groups in the whole body. The primary role of the "quad" muscles is to bend and straighten (extend) the knees — exactly why ...

A Weak Psoas Muscle Could Be the Cause of that Back Pain

All too often we find ourselves experiencing aches and pains in our bodies, especially in the low back. If you find yourself commonly searching for remedies for fast back pain relief, it may be time to ...