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Muscles. For this section of the Fitness Unit, we are going to learn the major muscles: Listed below are the muscles we will learn: Front view: Back view: -Deltoids -Biceps Brachii -Pectoralis Major -Rectus Abdominus -Quadriceps Group -Trapezius -Latissimus Dorsi -Triceps Brachii -Hamstrings -Gastrocnemius -Gluteus Maximus Muscles (Anterior) Deltoid. Definition: The Deltoid allows the shoulder to move in many different directions. Function: The Deltoid has three movements/functions. The Deltoid flexes (decreased angle of the joint) , abducts (makes arm move away from center of the body) and extends (increased angle of the join) the arm. Exercises: -Front Dumbbell raises. -Seated lateral raises. -Alternate dumbbell press -Military press Pectoralis Major Descripion: The Pectoralis Major is the “meaty” part of the chest that helps provide power when doing push-up etc. Function: The Pectoralis Major serves to adduct (bring closer to the center of the body) and flex the shoulder joint. Exercises: -Bench Press -Incline Press -Dumbbell Pullover -Cable Crossover -Dumbbell Fly Biceps Brachii Description: The Biceps Brachii is the most recognized muscle of the body. Function: The Biceps Brachii works with the Triceps to bend or extend the elbow. Exercises: -Dumbbell Curl -Barbell Curl -Concentration Curl -Preacher Curl Rectus Abdominus Function: The Rectus Abdoninus will allow you to flex and rotate your upper body. The Rectus Abdoninus muscles are important in maintaining good posture. Exercises: -Crunches -Elbow to knee -Total Crunch -Reverse Curls Quadriceps Function: The Quadriceps are also known as the “Quads”. Their roll is to extend the knee. Location: The Quadriceps are situated between the knee and the hip, in front of the leg. Exercises: -Squat -Leg Extentions -Lunge -Leg Press -Front Squat Muscles (Posterior) Trapezius Function: The Trapezius raises and lowers the shoulders and extends the neck. Location: The Trapezius or “Traps”, go from the base of the skull, down the vertebral column to the scapula. Exercises: -Shoulder Shrug -Upright Row -Military Press -Dumbbell Press Triceps Brachii Function: The “Triceps Brachii” role is to extend the elbow. Location: The “Triceps Brachii” is on the back of the upper arm. It attaches on the scapula and down to the humerus. Exercises: - Tricep Press Down. -Lying or StandingTriceps Extension -Overhead Press Latissimus Dorsi Location: The “Latissimus Dorsi” or “Lats” extends from your lower and middle vertebrae to your upper arm. Function: The “Latissimus Dorsi” adducts (bring closer to the center of the body) and extends the arms. Exercises: -Wide Grip Pull Down -Bent Over Row -Seated Pully Row Gluteus Maximus Function: The “Gluteus Maximus” or “Glutes” role is to extend and outwardly rotate hip, and extend the trunk. Exercises: -Squats -Lunges -Leg Press -Front Squats Hamstrings Location: The “Hamstrings” or the “Hams” are found on the back of the leg, between the knee and the hip. Function: The “Hamstrings” flex and extend the knee, which are important in walking/running. Exercises: -Lunges -Leg Curls -Leg Extentions. Gastrocnemius Function: The “Gastrocnemius” are also known as the “Calves” and is a small but extremely strong muscle. It’s primary role is to “plantar flex” or stand on the tip of your toes. Location: The “Gastrocnemius” is situated in the back of the leg, between the knee and the ankle. Exercises: -Seated Toe Raises. -Standing Toe Raises.