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Muscular Anatomy 101 // A Full Set of

Drawn Muscles with Attachments,
Innervations, Blood Supplies, and
Actions!
June 15, 2018
 Hi everyone! So, if you are a visual learner like me, then you know that learning
all of the muscles in the human body can be a daunting task if you don't have
visuals to aid in your studying. I spend a lot of time in the cadaver lab and in
osteology lab (with skeletal models) to learn all of the different muscles and bony
structures one-by-one. Additionally, since I learn best with pictures and colors, I
have drawn out my school's muscle chart. Resources like Netter and Human
Anatomy Atlas have wonderful illustrations and I use them for reference, but as a
visual/tangible learner, drawing and writing things out myself helps me grasp
information the best. This has helped me SO much because when I am recalling
the information, I can visualize vivid images of the colorful drawings I made and
make sense of everything there is to know about a muscle.

Do you need to do this to be successful with anatomy? No, absolutely not. I

actually did all of these drawings before I started school and once it started, all I
had to do was fill in the information from my muscle chart. So, if these weren't
done over a prolonged period of time, it would have been veryyy time-
consuming to try to manage while the semester was in full-swing. Plus we all
have different learning strategies that are the most beneficial to us, right?!

Some of the specific information, such as what attachments your anatomy

professor wants you to know/study, may vary from program to program. But, if
the information on these "giant flashcards" follow along closely with what you
need to know to do well and understand muscular anatomy, then feel free to
save/print them for study tools of your own! And remember - these will be the
most effective in combination with studying cadavers, skeletal models, your
classmates' bodies, and your own body!
 The muscles are grouped by their classification i.e. superficial back, deep
posterior forearm, etc. Find the classification you are looking for (click
CONTROL+F or COMMAND+F on your keyboard for quick access), then click on
an image to enlarge it! And just for reference - all muscles are drawn on the right
side of the body.

! "

By popular demand and for your studying convenience, I have compiled all of my
drawings below into one collective PDF file. Email me at
breannaspainblog@gmail.com if you would like to be emailed a copy! :)

Superficial Anterior Triangle Muscles

Platysma Sternocleidomastoid
 Suprahyoid Muscles

Digastric Stylohyoid Mylohyoid Geniohyoid

Infrahyoid Muscles

Sternohyoid Sternothyroid Thyrohyoid Omohyoid

Deep Anterior Neck Muscles

Longus Capitis Longus Colli Rectus Capiti… Rectus Capiti…

 Lateral Neck Muscles

Anterior Scalene Middle Scalene Posterior Scalene

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Temporal and Infratemporal Muscles

Temporalis Masseter Lateral Ptery… Medial Pteryg…

Superficial Back Muscles

Upper Trapez… Middle Trape… Lower Trapez… Latissimus D…

Rhomboid Ma… Rhomboid Mi… Levator Scap…

Intermediate Back Muscles

Serratus Posterior Supe… Serratus Posterior Infer…

Deep Back (Spinotransversales)

Muscles
 Splenius Capitis Splenius Cervicis

Deep Back (Erector

Spinae/Sacrospinalis) Muscles

Iliocostalis Cervicis Iliocostalis Thoracis Iliocostalis Lumbor…

Longissimus Capitis Longissimus Cervicis Longissimus Thora…

Spinalis Capitis Spinalis Cervicis Spinalis Thoracis

Deep Back (Transversospinalis Group)
Muscles

Semispinalis … Semispinalis … Semispinalis … Multifidus

Suboccipital Muscles

Rectus Capitis… Rectus Capitis… Obliquus Capi… Obliquus Capi…

Superficial Thoracic Wall Muscles

Pectoralis Maj… Pectoralis Min… Subclavius Serratus Anter…

 Shoulder Girdle Muscles

Deltoid Supraspinatus Infraspinatus

Teres Minor Teres Major Subscapularis

Anterior Arm Muscles

Coracobrachialis Biceps Brachii Brachialis

 Posterior Arm Muscles

Triceps Brachii

Superficial Anterior Forearm Muscles

Pronator Teres Flexor Carpi R… Palmaris Long… Flexor Carpi U…

Intermediate Anterior Forearm Muscles

 Flexor Digitorum Sup…

Deep Anterior Forearm Muscles

Flexor Digitorum Pr… Flexor Pollicis Long… Pronator Quadratus

Superficial Posterior Forearm Muscles

Brachioradialis Extensor Carpi Radi… Extensor Carpi Radi…

Extensor Digitorum Extensor Digiti Min… Extensor Carpi Ulna…

Deep Posterior Forearm Muscles

Anconeus Supinator Abductor Pollicis Lo…

Extensor Pollicis Br… Extensor Pollicis Lo… Extensor Indices

Intrinsic Hand Muscles

Abductor Polli… Flexor Pollicis… Adductor Polli… Opponens Poll…

 Abductor Digi… Flexor Digiti … Opponens Dig… Palmaris Brevis

Lumbricals Palmar Intero… Dorsal Interos…

Thoracic Muscles

Diaphragm External Inter… Internal Inter… Innermost Int…

Subcostals Transverse Th… Levatores Cos…

Anterolateral Abdominal Wall Muscles

External Abdo… Internal Abdo… Transversus A… Rectus Abdom…

Posterior Abdominal Wall Muscles

Psoas Major Psoas Minor Quadratus Lu… Iliacus

Anterior Thigh Muscles

Tensor Fascia … Sartorius Rectus Femoris Vastus Lateralis

Vastus Medialis Vastus Interm… Articularis Ge…

Medial Thigh Muscles

Gracilis Pectineus Adductor Lon… Adductor Bre… Adductor Ma…

Buttock Muscles

Gluteus Maximus Gluteus Medius Gluteus Minimis

Deep Buttock Muscles

Piriformis Gemellus Superior Obturator Internus

 Gemellus Inferior Quadratus Femoris Obturator Externus

Posterior Thigh Muscles

Biceps Femoris Semitendinosus Semimembranosus

Anterior Compartment of the Leg

Muscles

Tibialis Anteri… Extensor Digit… Fibularis Terti… Extensor Hall…

Lateral Compartment of the Leg

Muscles
 Fibularis Longus Fibularis Brevis

Superficial Posterior Leg Muscles

Gastrocnemius Soleus Plantaris

Deep Posterior Leg Muscles

Popliteus Tibialis Poster… Flexor Digitor… Flexor Halluci…

 Dorsal Intrinsic Foot Muscles

Extensor Digitorum B…

1st Layer of Plantar Intrinsic Muscles

Abductor Hallucis Flexor Digitorum Br… Abductor Digiti Min…

2nd Layer of Plantar Intrinsic Muscles

 Quadratus Plantae Lumbricals

3rd Layer of Plantar Intrinsic Muscles

Flexor Hallucis Brev… Adductor Hallucis Flexor Digiti Minim…

4th Layer of Plantar Intrinsic Muscle

Dorsal Interossei Plantar Interossei

 Happy studying! :)

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Rachel Stern 17 minutes ago ·

This are amazing!! These would be so helpful for my upcoming exam! May I
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Stephanie Jo 7 hours ago · 0 Likes

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This will be a great study tool ,PLEASE SEND COPY TO kschieda@yahoo.com.

Thanks so much.

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Preet Bhangu A week ago · 0 Likes

Hi,

I would really appreciate a copy as well. Starting physio school soon.

Email: preet.bhangu08@gmail.com

Thank you!

Catherine Kfln A week ago · 0 Likes

pls, may I have a copy? It 's an excelllent illustration of anatomy and it is very
helpful!! Thank you very much! My email is aik.kef_ergo@yahoo.gr
Roseleine A week ago · 0 Likes

Awesome drawings. Is there by any chance I can get a copy, please? My email is
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How do I get a hold of these

Please !!!!!

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Lauren 2 weeks ago · 0 Likes

these are wonderful, you are an incredible artist and great at showing the
anatomy in a colorful way
Taylor 2 weeks ago · 0 Likes

WOWW!! these are incredible, may I have a copy? My email is: tpegg@uthsc.edu
Thanks so much!

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Ibtehal 2 weeks ago · 0 Likes

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Tank you!! :)

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Thank you!! :)
Elise 3 weeks ago · 0 Likes

Breanna, these are amazing ! Can you email me a copy to

elise.barat@psychomot.com ?
Did you do that with the bones too ? : )
Thank you, Elise

Sushmita 3 weeks ago · 0 Likes

Can you send me these all the muscles of your blog and notes in
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Thank you

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Berika A month ago · 0 Likes

I'm really enjoying reading your blogs! Your insight into PT school is super
helpful for me since I am starting in just a few months myself. Would you mind
sending me a copy of the pdf as well? begber24@gmail.com Thank you!
Betty A month ago · 0 Likes

These are really wonderful! By the way, what is the meaning of mm? As in
'secondary mm of respiration'. Thank you very much! :)

Emily A month ago · 0 Likes

Breanna, these are amazing! I'm so glad I stumbled upon these. Do you mind me
asking where you got the base images of the skeletal system to draw the
muscles on? I was hoping to create my own set of similar notes to help me study
but can't seem to find a good stock of label-free graphics.
Thanks again!

Elaine Parks A month ago · 0 Likes

These are amazing! and so helpful. would you please email me the set of them?
Also, would you mind if I shared your
information with our Essentrics community? We are all over the world. I think
your anatomy cards would be so appreciated by
the instructors who are learning anatomy. Thank you for sharing!!!
Elaine.parks47@gmail.com

I A month ago · 0 Likes

These are fantastic!! I teach Anatomy can you please email me a pdf at
mallory.tesch@gmail.com. Thank you

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Michelle 2 months ago · 0 Likes

Hi Breanna. Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful summaries. I am

definitely a visual learner and these would help me sooo much. Please can you
email me the pdfs as well. michelle@minichess.co.za

Janellis Socarras 2 months ago · 0 Likes

Hello! I tried emailing you for a pdf copy, but it just bounced back to my inbox!
Could you email me a copy, please? My email is jsoca005@fiu.edu

Jenna 2 months ago · 0 Likes

Hello! I also tried emailing you for a pdf copy, but it just bounced back to my
inbox! Could you email me a copy please? My email is jsocha1@cub.uca.edu

Aimee 2 months ago · 0 Likes

Hi Breanna, I am a student studying anatomy right now, and I would also love a
PDF file of these. I tried to email you, but my email didn’t go through. My email
is aimeejoiner37@yahoo.com. Thank you so so much!
Lauralee 2 months ago · 0 Likes

Hi! I also teach Massage in California... these are wonderful! I would love to have
these as well! My email address is lauraleegeis@gmail.com

Derrie Bergeron 2 months ago · 0 Likes

Hi Breanna, I teach Massage Therapy here at Unitech Training Academy and

some of my students are using your muscle diagrams to study.I love them and
would love to use them in the classroom. I am requesting the file. My email is
dbergeron@unitechtrainingacademy.com.I tried to email you but it would not
go through. Thank you

Dawn Del Rossi 2 months ago · 0 Likes

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very interested in massage therapy, karate and human anatomy could you
please send me the pdf of all these spectacular drawings dmdr1969@gmail.com
I'm would love to share these with my homeschooling groups with proper
acknowledgement to your incredible talent. These are a powerful resource.
Thank you!

Jill 3 months ago · 0 Likes

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Mallory 3 months ago · 0 Likes

These are absolutely amazing!!! I don't start OT school for another few months
but I will defiantly print these and be using these to start to get ahead for my
gross anatomy class!! Thanks soooo much for sharing!!
carlos 3 months ago · 1 Like

Excelente trabaja, gracias por compartir. Great job, thanks for sharing

Breanna Spain 3 months ago · 0 Likes

¡Muchas gracias! :)

Deb 3 months ago · 1 Like

These are so amazing. As an anatomy nerd + movement instructor I can really

appreciate them! I’m sharing with my teachers in training. Would you be
interested in selling in printed booklet form?

Breanna Spain 3 months ago · 0 Likes

Hi Deb,

Thank you so much! :) I'm an anatomy nerd too - it's by far my favorite
subject! I'm so glad that they have been helpful for you and love that you
have shared them with your colleagues. Please email me at
breannaspainblog@gmail.com and let me know which ones you are
interested in and I can send them to you in one continuous PDF file.

Cheers!

Chalace 3 months ago · 1 Like

Being a yoga teacher, I often feel like I have to be an instant encyclopedia of

anatomy when students walk into my class with an injury or they aren't aware
of their body mechanics. You've equipped passion of teaching to be much more
effective & efficient! Thank you!
 Breanna Spain 3 months ago · 0 Likes

Hi Chalace,

Wow - thank you so much for the sweet words! I appreciate them so
much and hope that these notes can continue to be helpful resources for
you and your students!

Take care :)

Priyanka 3 months ago · 1 Like

Thank you so much for such amazing notes ...

Breanna Spain 3 months ago · 0 Likes

You are so welcome, Priyanka! Best of luck to you in your studies!

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Of course, Rahul! :)
 Laura 4 months ago · 1 Like

Love your drawings. Absolutely wonderfully drawn, I wish I had started to draw
before my course began.

Breanna Spain 3 months ago · 0 Likes

Hi Laura,

Thank you so much! You're so sweet! As a visual learner, starting these

drawings early on helped me a ton. But just remember - it's never too
late to start! You can always just pick up where you are right now and
continue to use these (as well as textbook/online visuals) as references.

Good luck with everything! :)

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