Origin
Front of ribs 3–5
Insertion
Coracoid process of scapula
Joint crossed
Shoulder girdle (moves scapula relative to rib cage)
Joint actions
Protracts the scapula (origin fixed)
Downwardly rotates scapula (works as a synergist with rhomboids)
Elevates rib cage during breathing (insertion fixed)
Exercise example(s)
Dips
