BASIC TRAINING.Byline: Kathy Kaehler Q: What's a good exercise for toning the calves calves 1 n. Plural of calf1. calves Noun the plural of calf ? A: Calf raises shape and tone the lower part of your leg. Doing calf raises is also helpful in preventing knee injuries and shin splints Shin Splints Definition Shin splints refer to the sharp pains that occur down the front of the lower leg. They are a common complaint, particularly among runners and other athletes. . Try this exercise at home or while you are standing in line at the market. This is also an easy exercise to do while you are waiting line at the movies or while you wait for the kids' soccer practice to end. Do three sets of eight to 10 repetitions. Stand with your heels a few inches apart and toes turned out. With straight legs, lift both heels up off the floor leaning in toward the big toes big toe n. The largest and innermost toe of the human foot. . Lower the heels and plie pli·é n. A ballet movement in which the knees are bent while the back is held straight. [French, from past participle of plier, to fold, bend, from Old French; see pliant.] by bending both knees slightly, until you feel a deep stretch in your calves. Repeat. TIP: When outside walking on uneven ground, make sure you plant your whole foot with each step. This will keep you more balanced. When climbing up a steep slope or hill, stay upright upright said of limb joints and bones, especially in the horse. Indicates a lack of angulation in the joint, e.g. upright hock, or slope in a bone, e.g. upright pastern. In horses, often associated with a bumpy ride and a tendency to joint injury and lameness. and don't let your nose go past your toes. Leaning too far forward can strain your lower back and hamstrings. CAPTION(S): 3 photos Photo: (1 -- 3) no caption (calf toning exercise) |
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