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QuestionHow do you stretch safely?Julian Arana is a Personal Trainer and the Founder of B-Fit Training Studios, a personal training and wellness set of studios based in Miami, Florida. Julian has over 12 years of personal training and coaching experience. He is a certified personal trainer (CPT) by the National Council on Strength and Fitness (NCSF). He has a BS in Exercise Physiology from Florida International University and an MS in Exercise Physiology specializing in strength and conditioning from the University of Miami.You need to stretch frequently and you should only stretch to the point of mild discomfort. Stretching should never hurt, and if it does, then you need to ease up on the stretch. In general, stretching takes time and persistence.
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QuestionHow do I fix tight calves and make them stronger?Julian Arana is a Personal Trainer and the Founder of B-Fit Training Studios, a personal training and wellness set of studios based in Miami, Florida. Julian has over 12 years of personal training and coaching experience. He is a certified personal trainer (CPT) by the National Council on Strength and Fitness (NCSF). He has a BS in Exercise Physiology from Florida International University and an MS in Exercise Physiology specializing in strength and conditioning from the University of Miami.Stretching or using a foam roller is a great way to soften the muscles up and relax it. In terms of building your calves, the best thing you can do is a standard calf raise. Just stand on the edge of a step with your heel hanging off a little bit and raise yourself up with the balls of your feet. Train the calves at least three times per week and include single leg standing calf raises in your training.
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QuestionHow do you loosen tight calf muscles?Michele Dolan is a Fitness Trainer based in Sidney, British Columbia. She has been a personal trainer and fitness instructor since 2002, and was certified as a Personal Trainer by the British Columbia Recreation and Parks Association (BCRPA). Michele is also a Registered Clinical Counselor, and uses her 20+ years of fitness coaching experience to help clients understand their mind-body connection. She is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) and Certified Clinical Counsellor (CCC), certified by the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors and the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association. In her work, Michele uses the tools of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectic Behavior Therapy and Cognitive Processing Therapy for Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome. She practices and teaches mindfulness and acceptance in all of her coaching work. She holds a Master’s Degree in Counselling Psychology.Calf stretches and massage are the most common techniques used for loosening tight calf muscles. Yoga can help too.
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QuestionWhat is a good calf stretch?Michele Dolan is a Fitness Trainer based in Sidney, British Columbia. She has been a personal trainer and fitness instructor since 2002, and was certified as a Personal Trainer by the British Columbia Recreation and Parks Association (BCRPA). Michele is also a Registered Clinical Counselor, and uses her 20+ years of fitness coaching experience to help clients understand their mind-body connection. She is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) and Certified Clinical Counsellor (CCC), certified by the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors and the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association. In her work, Michele uses the tools of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectic Behavior Therapy and Cognitive Processing Therapy for Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome. She practices and teaches mindfulness and acceptance in all of her coaching work. She holds a Master’s Degree in Counselling Psychology.Lift your toes up towards your face, while sitting with your legs straight out in front of you. Lean forward. Hold.
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QuestionWhat causes tight calf muscles?Michele Dolan is a Fitness Trainer based in Sidney, British Columbia. She has been a personal trainer and fitness instructor since 2002, and was certified as a Personal Trainer by the British Columbia Recreation and Parks Association (BCRPA). Michele is also a Registered Clinical Counselor, and uses her 20+ years of fitness coaching experience to help clients understand their mind-body connection. She is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) and Certified Clinical Counsellor (CCC), certified by the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors and the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association. In her work, Michele uses the tools of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectic Behavior Therapy and Cognitive Processing Therapy for Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome. She practices and teaches mindfulness and acceptance in all of her coaching work. She holds a Master’s Degree in Counselling Psychology.Tight calf muscles can have many different causes, including poor posture, high heeled shoes, and some health conditions.
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QuestionDoes this help slim down calves?Community AnswerNo. Stretching does not affect the external shape of your muscles.
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QuestionWould this help my calves if they're tight from exercise?Community AnswerYes, these stretches will help your calves relax after a tough workout.
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QuestionI did a lot of exercising yesterday, more than normal, and my claves are now really tight and sore. should i be concerned?Maura BehanCommunity AnswerIt's common to feel tight and sore after a lot of exercise, especially if it's more than you're used to. It's usually not a cause for concern unless the pain is severe or persists for several days without improvement. To help relieve tightness, you can try gentle stretching, massage, or using ice or heat packs. Stay hydrated and get enough rest. If the pain doesn't improve or gets worse, it might be a good idea to consult a healthcare professional just to be safe.
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