Muscle of the Month

Muscle of the Month – February

 

Each month we’ll highlight a different muscle so you can pick up tips on how to train different areas of your body effectively.

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February Muscle of the Month: Pectorals

The Powerhouse of Your Upper Body!

Your pecs are made up of:

Pectoralis Major – The large fan-shaped muscle that powers your bench press, push-ups, and dips
Pectoralis Minor – A smaller but mighty muscle that supports your shoulder movement

Why Train Your Pecs?
– Improves upper body strength and endurance
– Supports everyday movements like pushing doors and carrying shopping
– Helps define and sculpt your chest for aesthetics
– Prevents shoulder injuries and improves posture

So next time you hit the gym, show your pecs some love with presses, fly’s, and dips!

Did you know

Your pectorals are involved in loads of daily movements, not just pushing weights in the gym!

Everyday Tasks That Use Your Pecs:

Pushing open a heavy door – Picking up a child or lifting a suitcase – Pushing yourself up from the floor after tying your shoes – Holding a plank or stabilising your arms while driving

Build a stronger chest

Try these moves!

Your pectorals love a challenge, so give them some variety with these top exercises.
1. Compound Moves (Big Lifts!)
2. Bench Press (Barbell or Dumbbells) – The ultimate chest strength-builder
3. Incline Press – Targets the upper pecs for a fuller look.
4. Dips – A hidden gem for chest development

Isolation Exercises (Finishing Moves!)
1. Fly’s (Cable or Dumbbell)  Stretches and shapes the pecs
2. Push-Ups (All Variations!)  Bodyweight training at its finest.
3. Svend Press – Crush a weight plate together for a deep pec burn

Pro Tip: Mix heavy presses for strength and high-rep fly’s for muscle definition!

Ask our Fitness Motivators for advice on how to perform these exercises if you’re unsure.

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