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Sitting Calf RAISE

Calf muscles contains two separate muscles: the soleus and gastroc. The soleus runs the entire length of the lower leg, helping your lower body move. The gastroc is at the top of the calves, connecting to the knee. Sitting raises mainly target the soleus.

How to perform:

Take seated initial position with a straight back and a moderate or heavy dumbbell your knees.Remaining seated, press through the balls of your feet to raise your heels and the dumbbell as high as possible.Pause here for a moment then slowly lower heels back to the floor.

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