Calf Raises with Weighted Ankle Bands

Steps

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   Stand tall with your feet hip-width apart and toes pointing forward. Wear the weighted ankle bands in ankles as well as wrists. Keep your core gently engaged. You may hold onto a wall or sturdy surface for balance.

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   Slowly lift your heels off the floor and rise onto the balls of your feet. Keep your body upright and your weight evenly distributed across both feet.

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   Pause for 1–2 seconds at the top and squeeze your calf muscles. Keep your ankles stable and avoid rolling them outward or inward.

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   Slowly lower your heels back to the floor with control. Repeat for the planned number of repetitions.