Elbow Exercises

The bicep and tricep muscles are the large muscle groups that bend and straighten the elbow. The biceps are located on the front of the upper arm and the triceps are located on the back. As noted by the name, two muscles form the biceps while three muscles form the triceps.

Exercising these muscle groups not only increases arm strength, but also helps everyone, especially older adults, perform activities of daily living. Strong arms help to lift up and out of a chair as well as pull on shoes and other clothing items.

Three great exercises include:

• General Strengthening
• Isometric Elbow Flexion
• Supination and Pronation