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| Location |
When standing with palms facing forward, the triceps are at the back of the upper arms |
| Action |
Straightens the elbow, moving the forearm away from the upper arm |
| Other names |
Triceps brachii |
| Notes |
The triceps is a horseshoe-shaped, three-headed muscle at the back of the arm. It is involved in all pushing movements such as chest and shoulder presses, as well as triceps-specific exercises.
The triceps typically accounts for 60% of upper arm mass, but is often neglected in favor of the biceps. |
Muscles in this group
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