11/09/2026
Do you like ribs? 🍖
Not just the BBQ kind.
Most people know we have ribs—but fewer realise that not all 12 pairs are attached in the same way.
True ribs (1–7) attach directly to the sternum through their own costal cartilage.
False ribs (8–10) connect indirectly, sharing a cartilage pathway rather than attaching straight to the sternum.
Floating ribs (11–12) do not attach to the sternum at the front at all. Their cartilage ends within the muscles of the abdominal wall.
Your rib cage is not one rigid cage. It is a moving structure that works with your thoracic spine, trunk and breathing mechanics every day. 🫁
Understanding the body is the first step. Learning how it moves is where the real work begins.
Save this for your next anatomy quiz—and send it to someone who only thinks about ribs when there is BBQ involved. 🦴
If upper-body movement, breathing mechanics or recurring training discomfort is holding you back, book an Apex Wellness assessment via the link in bio.
New, severe or unexplained chest pain should always be assessed urgently by an appropriate medical service.