Biceps Femoris Workout Exercises Anatomy

This is a complete list/menu of Biceps Femoris exercises for men or women. If you need to discuss how to perform these Biceps Femoris exercises please post them in our Exercise Forum under the heading of the exercise.

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Biceps Femoris Isolation Exercises
Biceps Femoris Compound Exercises
Dumbbell Biceps Femoris Exercises
Barbell Biceps Femoris Exercises
Cable Biceps Femoris Exercises
Ball Biceps Femoris Exercises
Calisthenics Biceps Femoris Exercises
Machine Biceps Femoris Exercises
Biceps Femoris Exercises / Muscle Forum Discussions
Biceps Femoris Workout and Exercise Programs

Picture	Name of Exercise	Muscle Groups
	Good Mornings- Biceps Femoris Exercise: While standing, place a barbell across the back of your shoulders as you would for squats. Keeping your legs rigid, bend forward at the waist, with head up, until your upper b...	Erector Spinae, Biceps Femoris ,Lower Back Hamstrings,, Barbell, Isolation, Upper Body,

Biceps Femoris Muscle Anatomy and Overview

Hamstring, Hamstrings, Leg, Legs, Hammy, Biceps Femoris, Hams, Lower Body anatomy picture

Hamstrings are extremely important to work for any type of athlete. Quadriceps and Hamstrings should be given equal attention to avoid injury. Biceps Femoris are made up of 2 main and 2 smaller muscles.

Biceps Femoris Function

The function of the Biceps Femoris (Hamstrings) are for knee flextion, external rotation and interal rotation. Also it extension of the hip.

Biceps Femoris Origin

The origin of the hamstrings are at the ishial tuberosity and posterior of the femur.

Biceps Femoris Insertion

The hamstrings insert onto the Tibia at the lateral condyle and medial condyle. Two of the biceps femoris insert onto the head of the fibula.

Biceps Femoris Other/Similar Names

Other names for this muscle group or similar muscle groups referred to the 'Biceps Femoris' are: Hamstring, Hamstrings, Leg, Legs, Hammy, Biceps Femoris, Hams, Lower Body

What if I have fatty Biceps Femoris? What exercises can I do to reduce fat on my Biceps Femoris muscle?
Spot reducing is a common conception to reduce the fat on a specific area. Ie. Biceps Femoris. You cannot spot reduce, but you can: Follow six rules to nutrition, incorporate HIIT and complete a ciruit training program 4-5 days a week to reduce your overall body fat and eventually reduce the fat in your Biceps Femoris. In other words, specifically exercising your Biceps Femoris will not directly decrease the overall fat around the muscle. Also if you are suffering from muscle cramps, please read about what causes muscle cramps.

What can I do for Biceps Femoris Pain?

Biceps Femoris pain can be caused by many things:

1. A strained/pulled muscle, tendon or ligament from too much exercise or improper lifting.
2. A torn muscle, ligament or tendon from improper lifting, exercising or stretching.
3. Overuse of the Biceps Femoris muscle.

Note: If pain in your Biceps Femoris muscle persists please consult a doctor immediately.

Biceps Femoris Cardiovascular Exercises

Picture	Name of Cardiovascular Exercise	Muscle Group
	Swimming	Chest, Back, Triceps, Biceps, Deltoids, Rectus Femoris, Biceps Femoris, Gastrocnemius (Shoulder, Quadriceps, Hamstrings, Calf, Arms)
	Hockey	gluteus maximus, rectus femoris, biceps femoris, serratus anterior, biceps brachii, gastrocnemius (Quadriceps, Hamstrings, Legs, Butt, Calf)
	Squash	Quadricep, rectus femoris, biceps femoris, gluteus maximus, forearm extensors and flexors, latissimus dorsi, (Legs, Butt, Quadriceps, Hamstrings, Calf)
	Stepper	Rectus Femoris , Gluteus Maximus , Hip Flexors , Gastrocnemius ,biceps femoris (Quadriceps, Hamstrings, Legs, Butt, Calf)
	Rowing Ergometer	Rectus Femoris , Gluteus Maximus , Rhomboids , Brachialis , Latissimus Dorsi ,Biceps Brachii ,Biceps Femoris, Gastrocnemius (Back, Arms, Legs)
	Shuttle Run	Rectus Femoris, Gastrocnemius, Biceps Femoris, Hip Flexors (Quadriceps, Calf, Hamstrings, Butt, Legs)
	Recumbent Bike	Rectus Femoris, Gluteus Maximus, Hip Flexors, Biceps Femoris, Gastrocnemius (Legs, Butt, Quadriceps, Hamstrings, Calf, Thigh)

Biceps Femoris
Plyometric Exercises

Image	Name of Plyometric	Muscle Group
	One Foot Box Jumps: Start on one side of the box/bench/whatever with one leg off the ground, then squat down and jump over the box/bench/whatever landing on the same foot. This exercise is slightly d...	Gastrocnemius, Rectus Femoris, Biceps Femoris, Gluteus Maximus (Legs, Butt, Thigh, Quadriceps, Hamstrings)
	Side Box Jumps: Start on one side of the box/bench/whatever in a squat position. Jump up pushing off horizontally while tucking your knees into your chest. Land with two feet on the other side o...	Rectus Femoris, Biceps Femoris, Gluteus Maximus, Gastrocnemius (Legs, Butt, Thigh, Quadriceps, Hamstrings)
	Jump Rope: Start with a skipping rope and jump while the rope is going underneath your feet. Visit http://www.erso.org/ for a complete description of how t...	Rectus Femoris, Gluteus Maximus, Biceps Femoris, Gastrocnemius, Forearm Flexors (Legs, Butt, Quadriceps, Hamstrings)
	Double Knee Jumps: Start by standing in a squat position. Jump up with two feet while tucking your knees into your chest. Return to the starting position. This exercise is VERY important for most ...	Thigh, Biceps Femoris, Gluteus Maximus, Gastrocnemius (Legs, Butt, Thigh, Quadriceps, Hamstrings)
	Double Stair Jumps: Start by standing infront of a set of stairs in a squat position. Jump with two feet bringing your knees to your chest while jumping to the stairs infront of you. Repeat this proce...	Thigh, Biceps Femoris, Gluteus Maximus, Gastrocnemius (Legs, Butt, Thigh, Quadriceps, Hamstrings, Calf)

Biceps Femoris Pilate Exercises

Image	Name of Pilate	Muscle Group
	Overhead Leg Handstand: Start by lying face up and then bring your legs up to a 45 deg angle (straight legs) now slowly bring them all the way behind your head while stabilizing with your arms. Now, brin...	Abdominals, Hamstrings, Biceps femoris, Latissimus dorsi, Back, Upper Body
	Roll Out : Back Stretch: Start in a ball position with your arms on the ground and your knees into your chest. Now extend your body all the way until your flat on the ground (complete this very slowly). ...	Abdominals, hip flexors, Biceps femoris, Hamstrings
	Leg Curl and Back Hyperextension: Start by lying face down with your hands behind your back (as shown). Now with curl your legs behind you and complete 2 fast repetitions then lower your legs. Now lift your torso...	Lower back, Erector Spinae, Hamstrings, Biceps Femoris, Lower Body

Biceps Femoris Stretches and Flexibility Exercises

Image	Name of Stretch/Flexibility Exercise	Muscle Group
	Hurdlers Stretch: This is a hamstring stretch. - Sit with one leg extended. - The other curled into the body. - Lean with your lower back until you feel a stretch...	Biceps Femoris, Gluteus Maximus (Butt, Hamstring)
	Standing Hamstring Stretch: Start by having your legs straight and lower your body while keeping your legs straight as you can. Go down until you can feel the stretch. This exercise is great for any ...	Biceps Femoris, Gluteus Maximus (Butt, Hamstrings, Legs)
	Butt and Hamstring Stretch: Start lying down on the ground and lift one leg up while holding your knee into your body until you feel the stretch. This exercise is important for any sport since it str...	Gluteus Maximus, Biceps Femoris (Butt, Hamstrings, Legs)

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