The Anatomy of the Tricep Muscles - Lateral, Medial, and Long Heads

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

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.

Exercises

Exercises that work the Triceps include:

Pushdowns	Overhead dumbell extensions
Dips	Close-grip bench press
Lying extensions	Body tricep extensions

Here is a list of unique exercises and articles for the triceps that have been published in our monthly
training newsletter "BetterU News" and on our membership site Powerful Training Secrets
Free Trial area (these links will open in new windows).

Incline Face Away Pushdowns

Pile muscle and strength onto your arms with NO back strain

Secret Training Tip #235 - The Most Powerful Tricep Workout That You Will EVER Do

Secret Training Tip #88 - Cable Pushdown Curls

Secret Training Tip #579 - Power Rack Dips - A Unique Set-Up For a More Powerful Dip

Wave Goodbye to Flabby Arms - Bench Dips For The Triceps and How to Make Them Work Better For You

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