PECM

Pectoralis Major — Clavicular Head

Anatomy

Short definition

Clavicular head of the pectoralis major.

Full definition

PECM is the upper (clavicular) head of the pectoralis major, driving horizontal flexion and adduction of the arm and engaged in incline presses, peaking at 30–45° incline.

Examples

A 30° incline press emphasises PECM.

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