Answer To Your Fitness Questions" />Calf Raises
July 25, 2008
Seated and standing calf raises are the best exercises to sculpt and build those muscles. So if you are lacking in calf development then please add these few exercises to your workout.
Standing/seated calf raises: The basic stance is feet are shoulder width apart, this can be done on a step or on a calf raise machine. Slowly lower heels towards the floor with the knees slightly flexed. Then raise yourself up onto the toes. You can put weights on your shoulders either free weights, or bar and barbells to increase intensity and resistance.
You also can perform one-legged calf-raises.
When you execute these calf raises go full range of motion and exhale on exertion. Do as many reps as you can and go as heavy as you can.
Remember, calves are just as important as any other muscle group. And they are an absolute essential muscle group when ever competing!
Related Posts
Some Great Ways To Stop Getting Shin Splints
Take good care of your legs as they do so much for More often than not we all have experienced shin splints. Whether it be from running on a hard su...
How To Feel Good For 2008
Well, here we are in a NEW YEAR and it’s time to stop drinking wassail and start thinking waistlines. The Utah Nutrition Council gave some tips ...
Core Training With The Stability Ball
Core Training with the Stability BallIntroduction: Also known as the Swiss ball, the physioball the stability ball is the most versatile piece of ...
Supplements That Boost Your Metabolism
We have all heard about the “pill” that raises our metabolism and speeds up weight-loss. Wouldn’t that be just a fantastic thing if it were ...
Postures That Provide Pain Relief To The Sciatic Nerve
The sciatic nerve is the longest and largest nerve, beginning in the lower back and continuing through the thigh, calf, and feet. No wonder when i...
Comments
Got something to say?
