Course: PHRE 3044 – Special Populations |
Movement Pattern: Single-joint | isolation |
Target: Gastrocnemius |
Synergist(s): Peroneals, Soleus |
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Expectation: [if 456 equals=”Supervised Practice”]Supervised Practice [/if 456][if 456 not_equal=”Supervised Practice”]Independent Learning[/if 456] |
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Description: |
While standing upright lift yourself completely onto your toes by engaging your calf musculature. Although it is recommended to have a spotting option close by (e.g. counter or chair) try to resist holding on in order to challenge ankle stability and balance. Progress to one leg when able.
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Common Error(s): |
Inappropriate momentum |
Spotting: |
Instability training |
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