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Squat (Calves)

What it does?

The squat is a movement used every time you sit or stand, therefore practising this will be beneficial for everyday life and many sports. It will target a large range of leg muscles including the calves.

What you need?

No equipment needed

How do you do it?

- Start off standing upright with feet about shoulder width apart
- Slowly bend your knees and lower yourself down as if you were sitting
- Hold your arms out to the sides or in front of you for balance
- Go down until your thighs are parallel with the floor
- Pause briefly and raise yourself back up to the starting position, using your legs
- Do 3 sets of 8-12 repetitions

Key Points

- Keep your head and chest up throughout the movement
- Don't let your knees travel past your toes as you bend
- Keep your heels flat on the floor


 
 

 

 
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