Exercise library
General
Seated heel raise
Gentle calf work when standing is not yet allowed
How to do it
- 1Sit with feet flat on the floor.
- 2Lift your heels, keeping toes on the floor.
- 3Hold 2 seconds.
- 4Lower slowly.
Add a weight on the thighs to progress.
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