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Brachialis

Arms

Origin
Lower half of the front of the humerus
Insertion
Coronoid process and tuberosity of the ulna
Action
Flexes the elbow in any forearm position

Lies under the biceps and is the strongest pure elbow flexor. Hammer curls and reverse curls emphasise it.

Main exercises

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Exercises that train the brachialis

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