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2. Calf raises - Wikipedia

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   The gastrocnemius is made up of fast-twitch muscle fibres, which benefit more from heavy loads and low reps on the standing calf raise, while the soleus is a slow-twitch muscle and benefits from higher reps and lower loads on the seated calf raise. [3] [4]

3. List of weight training exercises - Wikipedia

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   The standing calf raise is performed by plantarflexing the feet to lift the body. If a weight is used, then it rests upon the shoulders, or is held in the hand(s). This is an isolation exercise for the calves; it particularly emphasises the gastrocnemius muscle, and recruits the soleus muscle. [6] Equipment Body weight, dumbbells, barbell ...

4. Shoulder shrug - Wikipedia

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   Standing calf raise machines can also be used to execute the shrugging movement, [6] by resting the pads on the shoulders and trying to raise the shoulders as high as possible. Benefits [ edit ]

5. 5 Standing Ab Exercises To Slim Your Waist in 30 Days - AOL

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   "Standing ab exercises [activate] not only the core (abdominals, obliques, and low back) but also the lower body, including the glutes, quads, and calves. This integrated movement forces your body ...

6. Isolation Exercises Are Essential to Maximize Your Workout Gains

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   Why: You'll do better using a machine for this movement, but as MH fitness director Ebenezer Samuel, C.S.C.S. demonstrates, you can use other means to work knee flexion and isolate your hamstrings ...

7. Exercise machine - Wikipedia

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   An exercise machine is any machine used for physical exercise. These range from simple spring-like devices to computerized electromechanical devices to recirculating-stream swimming pools. These range from simple spring-like devices to computerized electromechanical devices to recirculating-stream swimming pools.