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2. Calf raises - Wikipedia

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   Bridging exercises are done with a flexed knee to lessen the stretch on the hamstring (a knee flexor) and focus the hip extension work on the gluteus maximus. In that same respect, the reduced knee flexion makes plantar flexion work comparable to a seated calf raise, due to the lessened stretch on the gastrocnemius (like the hamstring, also a knee flexor).

3. Progressive overload - Wikipedia

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   Conversely, decreased use of a muscle results in incremental loss of mass and strength, known as muscular atrophy. Sedentary people often lose a pound or more of muscle annually. [citation needed] The loss of 10 pounds of muscle per decade is one consequence of a sedentary lifestyle. The adaptive processes of the human body will only respond if ...

4. As little as 30 minutes of aerobic exercise per week may aid ...

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   A study finds that people who engage in just 30 minutes of exercise per week see modest improvements in body weight and body fat but for clinically significant improvements they need a higher average.

5. List of weight training exercises - Wikipedia

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   The position is held as long as possible. The exercise is used to strengthen the quadriceps. Contrary to previous advice in this section, this exercise is NOT good for people with knee problems because the knees bear most of the load, especially when they are held at right angles (90 degrees). [citation needed] Equipment

6. Scientists discover ‘surprising’ secret to deadlift champ ...

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   But scientists have discovered the secret to Hall’s Herculean power may stem from a set of three long, thin muscles in the leg. ... The calf muscles – known as plantar flexor – were also 120 ...

7. I tried working out like Rachael Ray and Martha Stewart, and ...

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   The workout was cardio-focused which was a good way to help my muscles recover. The routine was 30 minutes long and tough. Afterward, I grabbed my resistance band and did a circuit of squats, hip ...