How many muscles do I have?

• I have about 650 muscles in my body.

• My muscles make up half of my body weight.

Function of Muscles

• Produce movement• Maintain posture• Stabilize joints• Generate heat

Trunk Muscles

Trunk Muscles

Upper limb

5 cm

Muscles of the Pelvis, Hip, and

Thigh

Did you know?????

It takes more muscles to

frown

than to

smile?

Muscles of the Pelvis, Hip, and

Thigh

Muscles of the Lower

Leg

One way to keep my muscles strong…

• Eat foods from the meat group every day. They are high in protein which helps to build strong muscles.

Name some foods that are high in protein.

Another way to keep strong muscles…

• Exercise every day.

What are some things you can do every day to help keep your muscular system healthy?