Muscle: Teres Major

The Teres Major is a small but mighty muscle located at the back of your shoulder. It runs from the bottom of your shoulder blade (the scapula) to the upper arm bone (the humerus). This muscle plays a key role in many everyday activities, like reaching for something on a high shelf, pulling open a heavy door, or even enjoying a game of catch.Why is the Teres Major important? It helps stabilize your shoulder joint and supports movements like lifting and pulling. Strengthening this muscle can improve your overall shoulder function, making daily tasks easier and reducing the risk of injury during workouts. Plus, a strong Teres Major contributes to a well-defined back, which is great for both aesthetics and performance in sports.Ready to strengthen your Teres Major? Check out these effective exercises designed to target and develop this important muscle!

Transform Your Back: Bent-Over One-Arm Cable Pull Guide

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Master the Machine-Assisted Pull-Up for Back Strength

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Build Upper Back Strength: Straight-Back Underhand Cable Row

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Master the Landmine Row: Target Your Back and Arms Effectively

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Straight-Back Seated Cable Row: Strengthen Your Back & Arms

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Master the One-Arm Bench Dip for Total Upper Body Strength

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Master the Machine-Assisted Close Neutral-Grip Pull-Up

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Bent Over Rows: Strengthen Your Back and Biceps Effectively

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Master the Close Neutral Grip Lat Pull-down for Maximum Back Gains

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Build Back Strength: Seated High Row for Powerful Lats & Biceps

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Wide-Grip Lat Pull-down: Strengthen Your Back & Biceps Today!

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