The Muscles of the Body

How many muscles do we have in the body?

we have around 650 and 840 muscles in the body!

three types of muscles

skeletal (attached to bones)

smooth ( Internal strucutres)

cardiac (specific to the heart)

Why are muscles important?

Healthy muscleslet you move freely and keep your body strong. They help you to enjoy playing sports, dancing, walking the dog, swimming, and other fun activities

How to maintain your muscles healthy?

Exercising, getting enough rest, and eating a balanced dietwill help to keep your muscles healthy for life!

12 major muscles in the body

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