Latissimus dorsi

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Anatomical illustration highlighting the latissimus dorsi

About

A large back muscle responsible for shoulder extension, adduction, and internal rotation.

Muscle Name	- Latissimus dorsi
Muscle Group	- Back
Body Region	- upper body
Primary Function	- Shoulder extension
Secondary Functions	- Shoulder internal rotation

Exercise	Name	Details
	Pull-up
	Barbell Bent-over Row
	Conventional Deadlift
	Chin-up