Instructions
Preparation
- Lie forward so chest is on pad and shoulders are under padded
bars. Position toes and balls of feet on calf block with arches
and heels extending off. Grasp handles or sides of padded bars.
Stand erect by extending hips and knees. Release lever if available.
Execution
- Raise heels by extending ankles as high as possible. Lower
heels by bending ankles until calves are stretched. Repeat.
Comments
- Sled can be position just below lowest range of motion. Keep
knees straight throughout exercise or bend knees slightly only
during stretch. Quadriceps serve as synergists muscle if knees
are bent slightly during stretch.
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Classification
Muscles
Target
Synergists
Stabilizers
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