General
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What does pecs mean?
Slang for the pectoral muscles of the chest, responsible for pushing movements.
"Incline presses built the upper pecs."
Origin
Clipping of 'pectorals,' ubiquitous gym slang.
Frequently asked questions
What are pecs?
Pecs are the pectoral muscles of the chest, mainly the pectoralis major, which power pushing movements like the bench press.
What builds the pecs?
Bench press, incline press, dips and chest flyes are the main exercises for developing the pectorals.
What's the difference between upper and lower pecs?
They're regions of the same chest muscle; incline presses emphasise the upper portion while flat and decline work targets the lower and middle chest.
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