While some people might neglect working their back muscles (you can\u2019t even see them!), the biceps are a beloved mirror muscle for many. The locations of these two muscle groups may make them seem totally unrelated, but in fact they\u2019re quite connected.<\/p>\n
\u201cWhenever you pull or lift something \u2013 whether you\u2019re trying to move an object toward your body or move your body toward an object (as in a pull-up) \u2013 you engage your biceps and a handful of your back muscles to make it happen,\u201d says Trevor Thieme, C.S.C.S.<\/p>\n
And while you don\u2019t necessarily need to do a specific back and biceps workout each week, you should incorporate back and biceps exercises into your weekly training plan. Strong back and biceps can be a huge help in your daily life.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe muscles of your back help you stand up straight, reach, pull, and extend your arms, stabilize your shoulders, and stabilize your spine,\u201d Thieme says. As for the biceps, they help you perform everyday movements more efficiently.<\/p>\n
\u201cWorking your biceps is important because your arms are your primary tools for interacting physically with the outside world,\u201d Thieme says. Lifting a child, pulling open a heavy door, moving furniture, putting bags of groceries in your car \u2014 countless daily actions require strong arms and a powerful back.<\/p>\n
We went through dozens of programs on OzHelp to select an assortment of the best back and biceps exercises. You can easily incorporate these movements into your existing routine if you train yourself, but be sure to warm up before every workout.<\/p>\n
\u201cDynamic stretches that mobilize the back, shoulder, and arm muscles \u2013 and that move the shoulder joints through their full ranges of motion \u2013 are the best ways to prime those muscles for action,\u201d says Thieme.<\/p>\n