2. Understanding the muscle groups is vital when setting
goals and helps develop focus when you train. Here in this
article we take a look at the key muscle groups you will
need to know and focus on for a more effective workout
plan.
3. The neck muscle-In your neck there are the upper
trapezius which travels down the back of your neck and
the levator scapulae runs which travels alongside the first
five to six vertebrae in your neck. These are the only two
simple muscles you need to consider in your neck region.
4. Trapezius- Known as the traps and travels down along your
back from the nape of your neck to the waist on both
sides of your spine.
5. Shoulders- In the front part of your shoulders lies the
anterior deltoids whilst down the side of your shoulders
run the middle deltoids. Travelling down the back part of
your shoulders are the posterior deltoid muscles and just
below the anterior deltoids running from the armpit
outwards you can find your rotator cuffs.
7. Arms- As well as your biceps, the muscles located on the
inside of your arm, you can find the triceps running down
the side. These run from the shoulder down to the elbow.
You can also see distinct muscles in your forearm as well.
8. Your arms contain two of probably the most well-known
muscles, the biceps and triceps. The biceps are found on
the inside of your arms and your triceps travel down the
side of your arms running from the shoulder down to your
elbow.
9. Stomach muscles- The abdominals are shorted to abs
which is where you will build your 6 or 8 pack stomach
muscles.
10. Leg muscles-Here there are three distinct muscle areas;
the quadriceps, hamstring and calf muscles. The
quadriceps or thigh muscles are located on the front of
your thigh and the hamstring muscle is on the back of your
thigh. The calf muscles are below your knee at the back of
your leg.
11. Other Muscles-The above groups are key in understanding
where and what the muscles are but there are other
important muscles to take note of. They are the buttock
muscles or glutes, the lower trapezius in the lower back
and the latisimus dorsi or "lats" located in the upper back.
12. Knowing your body building anatomy can increase
workout productivity as you become more aware of the
muscles as you train. This developed focus will greatly
help achieve your goals and improve motivation. A little
research on your body goes a long way, so take some time,
get a mirror and have a look at them and become a more
aware and mentally prepared body builder.
