Exercise of the week (W37) Calf training with both legs (ex 4) Variation: Calf training with knee bends (ex 1)

Objectives

• Strengthen muscles of the calves
• Improve co-ordination
• Improve ability to balance

Posture/foot position

• Basic position
• Upper part of the body vertical

Movement execution

• Raise heels as much as possible
• Hold end position for 20 seconds 
• Slowly return heels to starting position 
• Enhance the exercise: without holding

Frequency, position and duration

Where does it vibrate?

• Calves
• Back 
• Slightly in the thighs

Common errors

• Knees go away to the inside
• Ankles buckle

Variations

• Bend the knees (ex 1)
• With dumbbell