Thoracic and Core Anatomy 101! We have never had Alex @drawing_anatomy paint the heart and lungs before. This turned out to be a really cool-looking piece. What are some other heart, lung, diaphragm, or muscle facts you would like to share? I will share a fun fact: the lungs are insanely light, roughly 2 lbs. They also feel like a slightly melted marshmallow. So soft and cuddly. When I worked with cadavers, the one cadaver we had died of lung cancer. His lungs weighed about 6 lbs and were full o

🌬️ The Mighty Diaphragm: Your Body’s Breath Engine 🌬️ The diaphragm is a key muscle in the respiratory system, located just below the lungs. With each breath, this muscle contracts and flattens, allowing the lungs to expand and draw in oxygen. It’s also involved in core stabilization and supports the separation between the thoracic and abdominal cavities. The diaphragm works non-stop, keeping you breathing around the clock. Fun fact: When the diaphragm contracts involuntarily, it causes hiccup