If you’re confused by gym jargon, you’re not alone. A report by Fitness First found that over a third of Brits admit to having been in conversations about health and fitness where they’ve pretended to know what’s being discussed. In a bid to demystify the slang, Fitness First has released a glossary to help you understand the latest health talk – you’ll sound like a pro in no time!
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Bis or Pythons or Guns (Biceps brachii) Muscle on the upper arm between your shoulder and elbow
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Lats (Latissimi dorsi) Muscle on the side of your torso
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Tris (Triceps brachii) Muscle on the back of your arm between your shoulder and your elbow
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Traps (Trapezius) Side muscle on your neck
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Obliques (External obliques/abdominal obliques) Muscle on each side of your body. The largest and most superficial of the abdominals
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Boulders (Deltoid) Shoulders that are strong and sturdy
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Hammies (Hamstrings) Muscle at the back of your thigh
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Glutes (Gluteal muscles) Made up of the three main muscles in your buttocks
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Wings (Latissmi dorsi) Muscle on the side of your trunk
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Quads (Quadricep) Front muscle of your thigh
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Pecs (Pectoralis major) Thick muscle at the chest of your body
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Calves (The gastrocnemius (larger muscle) and soleus (smaller muscle)) Made up of two muscles at the back of your lower leg
