Tricep Muscle Anatomy

 

The Triceps Brachii has three heads which connect the humerus and scapula to the forearm bone called the ulna.


Anatomy Chart courtesy of FCIT


These heads are known as the Lateral, Medial, and Long heads.

The Lateral head is located on the outward facing side of the humerus. This head is most responsible for the horseshoe shape of the Triceps.

The Medial head is located towards the midline of the body.

The Long head along the bottom side of the humerus and is that largest of the three heads.

 

Functions of the Triceps Muscle

The primary function of the Tricep is to extend the elbow (straightening the arm).

The secondary function of the Tricep is fulfilled only by the Long head of the muscle, which is the bring the arm down towards the body (adduction). The Tricep shares this function with the Latissimus Dorsi.

 

Tricep Exercises

Exercises that work the Triceps include:

  • Overhead dumbbell extensions
  • Close-grip bench press
  • Bodyweight tricep extensions

 

Visit the Tricep Exercise Index for more movements for your triceps.

 

 

 

 

 More From Fitstep.com

Eating for Mass on a Budget
Why I Hate Supplements
Where Do I Start With Fitness? Start Here.
The CURE For Stubborn Quads

 

Share This Page...



---
Home -> Exercise Library -> Muscle Anatomy Index -> Tricep Muscle Anatomy


     Site Search

 

 

Click "Like" to Get New Exercises and Tips EVERY DAY!

 

 

 

Subscribe to my YouTube Channel Here...

And see every new exercise and training technique the moment I load it up!

 

 

Recommended For You...

Time-Volume Training

Time-Volume Training

Build muscle and strength like clockwork, even with very limited equipment, or NO equipment at all. This unconventional approach even builds muscle with light weight, saving your joints and nervous system from overload while you build mass fast.

Build muscle like clockwork now...