Movements of the Elbow Joint

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By Alex

Last updated on April 21, 2015

Elbow Extension:

Definition:	Straightening the elbow joint by moving the forearm away from the biceps.
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Muscles Involved:	Biceps brachii (long head) Biceps brachii (short head) Brachialis Brachioradialis
Exercises:	Biceps curl Chin up

Elbow Flexion:

Definition:	Bending the elbow joint by moving the forearm toward the biceps.
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Muscles Involved:	Triceps brachii Aconeus
Exercises:	Close grip bench press Triceps extension Triceps dip

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