How Do You Do Strengthening Exercises For The Calf?
One of the most overlooked muscle groups in the human body is the calves. Weak calves will force a heavy weight and performance burden on the ankles and feet. That effect will radiate up to the knees. Building up strength in your calves by performing strengthening exercises will exponentially reduce your ankle, foot and knee pain. Calve strengthening exercises are simple to perform and will take only minutes from your day. Dress in some comfortable clothes. Your clothing should be loose enough to allow plenty of movement. Although athletic shoes are ideal, basic strengthening exercises for your calves can be completed in only socks or bare feet. Find a solid object that will raise your feet approximately two to three inches off the ground. A thick and wide piece of wood such as a 2 x 4 will work well. Sporting goods and retail stores offer step-up platforms that are expandable and do not cost much at all. In a pinch, a thick book such as your phone book will work; however, it is not re
