Muscle and Motion

STOP Making This Biceps Curl Mistake! 💪 Are you getting the most out of your biceps curls? Avoid this common error to ensure your efforts aren't wasted! 🚫 Common Mistake: Shoulder Flexion Many lifters unintentionally flex their shoulders during curls, decreasing rotational torque at the elbow joint. This lessens the load on your biceps and involves the anterior deltoid more than necessary. Remember, the focus should be on the elbow flexor muscles, not the shoulders. What to do instead📷 👉 Stabilize your elbows: Keep your elbows pinned to your sides. 👉 Isolate the movement: Focus on moving only your forearms. 👀 Want more tips like this? Check out the Muscle and Motion STRENGTH TRAINING APP, link in the bio! 📷 #FitnessTips #BicepsCurl #AvoidMistakes #WorkoutCorrectly #StrengthTraining #BuildMuscle #FitFam #GymLife #MuscleandMotion

Art meets science in every movement! 🎨🔬 Explore the trapezius muscle with our new 3D anatomy model. Learn how its three distinct parts work in perfect harmony to enable precise movements. The key function? Scapula retraction! Unlock the power of over 1,300 analyzed exercises with the Muscle and Motion STRENGTH TRAINING APP. Download it from the Apple Store or Google Play or access our WebApp. Sign up for free today! #trapezius #anatomy #GymLife #fitnessjourney #MuscleAndMotion #TrapeziusMuscle #StrengthTraining

Build a Stronger Back with the Seated Cable Row 🚣‍♂️ The main active muscle? The latissimus dorsi! Our latest animation shows how the posterior deltoid and teres major contribute to powerful shoulder extension while the scapular adductors ensure stability throughout the movement. Ready to perfect your form and enhance your strength?🔥 Dive deeper with our Muscle and Motion STRENGTH TRAINING APP. Check the link in our bio for expert tips and tutorials! #SeatedCableRow #muscleandmotion #lat #latissimusdorsi #backmuscles #BackDay #StrengthTraining

Breaking Through the Bench Press Sticking Point 🏋️‍♀️ Ever felt that frustrating moment during a bench press when the bar just won’t budge? Welcome to the sticking point – a tough phase often occurring at the start of the lift. Why does it happen, and how can we beat it? 💪 Studies show that the sticking point typically occurs early in elite lifters’ motion, around 30% up from the chest. It's where technique may falter or muscle engagement shifts. However, it's not universal; some find the entire lift uniformly challenging. 📊 But it’s not just about the elite; recreational lifters face their sticking points, too, usually around the midpoint of the lift, especially when using wider grips as mandated by regulations. It seems one's preferred grip can significantly affect where and how the sticking point is experienced. 🏋️‍♂️🏋️‍♀️ To overcome it, get to know your body, perfect your technique, and experiment with grips. Everyone's different, and finding your optimal approach is crucial for pushing beyond the sticking point. 💡 #BenchPressTips#Powerlifting #GymLife #StrengthTraining PMID: 27600146 PMID: 26758462

Supinated vs. Pronated Bicep Curls 💥 🔹 Reverse Curl | Pronated Grip (palms down): Targets the brachialis and brachioradialis. 🔹 Bicep Curls | Supinated Grip (palms up): Focuses on the biceps brachii. Understanding grip effects lets you tailor arm workouts for specific muscle growth. Discover more tips on our STRENGTH TRAINING APP 📱, link in bio! #reversecurls #BicepCurls #brachialis #brachioradialis #musclegrowth #bicepsbrachii #muscleandmotion

Understanding the Pectoralis Major Division 🌟 🔍 Anatomical Divisions: The pectoralis major is typically divided into two or three sections in the literature. 👉 Upper portion (clavicular head) 👉 Middle portion (sternal head) 👉 Lower portion (costal head) However, some consider the sternal head and costal head as one section (sternocostal part), effectively viewing the division into just two main parts. 💪Although all fibers of the pectoralis major cooperate during movements, the load on each part varies based on the fiber orientation and resistance direction. Want to perfect your form and elevate your core routine? Check out the Muscle and Motion STRENGTH TRAINING APP—link in bio! #PectoralisMajor #muslceandmotion #chestday

Transform your upper body strength this Reverse Fly with Straps variation! Our latest animation dives deep into this exercise, spotlighting the activation of the lower trapezius and other crucial muscles. 🏋️‍♂️🔥 Ready to refine your technique and strengthen your upper back? Explore the full exercise on our Muscle and Motion STRENGTH TRAINING APP—link in bio! #anatomy #UpperBodyWorkout #ReverseFly #StrengthTraining #MuscleAndMotion

Strengthen Your Serratus Anterior! 🌟 Check out our latest animation of the lying scapular protraction (dumbbell) exercise. This move is perfect for targeting and strengthening your serratus anterior muscle, which is crucial for shoulder stability and upper body strength. 💪 👉 Check out the Muscle and Motion STRENGTH TRAINING APP, link in bio, for more exercises and animations! #StrengthTraining #SerratusAnterior #FitnessTips #MuscleAndMotion #gym#WorkoutInspiration #animationexercise

Close Grip vs. Traditional Bench Press 💥 🔹 Bench Press | Standard Grip: This variation targets the pectoralis major, anterior deltoids, and triceps. 🔹 Close Grip Bench Press: This variation emphasizes the triceps by bringing the hands closer, narrower than shoulder width. Additionally, to place more load on the anterior deltoid, bring the bar toward the lower chest. Understanding grip effects lets you tailor arm workouts for specific muscle growth. Discover more tips on our STRENGTH TRAINING APP 📱, link in bio! #BenchPress #Pectoralismajor #Muscleandmotion #chestday

🔥 Traditional Grip vs. Reverse Grip Lat Pulldowns 🔥 Today we're exploring a question that delves into biomechanics and human anatomy! In which exercise are the biceps more involved? 🅰️ Traditional Grip Lat Pulldowns 🅱️ Reverse Grip Lat Pulldowns 🌟 The answer is…….. 🅱️ Reverse Grip Lat Pulldowns. Let's break down why: Lat pulldowns primarily target the latissimus dorsi muscles in the back, but different grips can change which additional muscles are more engaged. When using the reverse grip (option 🅱️) with the arms supinated, the biceps are positioned favorably to actively contribute to the movement, as they are the primary muscles responsible for supination. Want to understand and not just perform exercises? Check out the Muscle and Motion STRENGTH TRAINING APP, link in bio! #LatPulldown #latissimusdorsi #biceps #ExerciseScience #MuscleActivation #Biomechanics #MuscleandMotion #StrengthTraining

Discover the ultimate 3D anatomy app that reveals the secrets behind every exercise. With over 1,200 analyzed exercises, you’ll see how knowledge truly is power. Train smarter, not harder, and achieve your fitness goals like never before. Ready to unleash your full potential? Download the Muscle and Motion STRENGTH TRAINING APP today and embark on a journey of discovery, empowerment, and transformation! 🚀 The app is available on the Apple Store and Google Play Store, and there is also a WebApp version. Sign up for free to become a movement professional 💪 #GymLife #anatomy #strengthtraining #3Danimation #fitnessjourney #muscleandmotion

Let’s get to the core of hanging leg raises. Our latest animation breaks down this challenging core exercise, showcasing the rectus abdominis and iliopsoas muscles in action. 🏋️‍♂️🔥 This exercise not only strengthens your abs but also activates your deep hip flexors, enhancing your core's stability and overall strength. Want to perfect your form and elevate your core routine? Check out the Muscle and Motion STRENGTH TRAINING APP—link in bio! #CoreWorkout #hanginglegraises #Muscleandmotion #AbdominalStrength #iliopsoas #ABS #anatomy

Master Your Core with Side Bends on the Roman Chair! ✨🎥 Explore our fantastic animation showcasing the side bends exercise on the Roman chair! 🔥 Focus: This move primarily targets your oblique muscles, specifically the external and internal obliques. Deeper muscles like the quadratus lumborum and the erector spinae are also activated to stabilize and support movement. 👀 Discover the full anatomical analysis in our STRENGTH TRAINING APP! Link in bio! 🔗 👉 Share this post with a friend who needs to start doing this exercise! #sidebends #romanchairsitup #strengthtraining #muscleandmotion

𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗶𝘁𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆 – 𝗺𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗺𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 ⏳ 𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝟰𝟬% 𝗢𝗙𝗙 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝘀 & 𝗢𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝘄! 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝗶𝗼!🔗 Discover the Strength of Your Infraspinatus Muscle! 🌟 Ever wondered about the key player in your shoulder's external rotation? Meet the infraspinatus, the primary muscle responsible for this crucial movement. This robust, triangular muscle covers a large area of your scapula's dorsal surface and stands out as an integral part of the rotator cuff muscles. 💪 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗰𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗿𝗮𝘀𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝘂𝘀? Strengthening this muscle is essential for both shoulder stability and mobility. It supports various daily activities and is crucial for athletes, especially those in sports requiring strong and flexible shoulder movements. Want to learn more about rotator cuff exercises? Check out our STRENGTH TRAINING APP link in the bio! 🔗 #ShoulderStrength #infraspinatus #healthyjoints #fitnessjourney #shoulderhealth #muscleandmotion