http://exercisesforlegs.com The Free Workout Video Network Mon, 02 Nov 2009 01:06:57 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Description The seated calf raise exercise primarily targets the solius muscle due to the fact that the leg is bent while performing the movement. As discussed in detail on the calf training homepage, the gastrocnemius - which is a main muscle within the lower leg region - comes into play when ... http://exercisesforlegs.com/calf-exercises/seated-calf-raise-exercise/ Description This is a great exercise to increase the overall strength and lean mass of the calves. To increase the tension on the gastrocnemius muscle and increase its contractile efficiency, it’s recommended that you keep your legs in full extension while performing the movement. During execution, it’s important not to allow ... http://exercisesforlegs.com/calf-exercises/standing-calf-raise-exercise/ Description The hack squat version is executed in a similar fashion to the other standing calf raises. The legs should be as straight as possible while placing knee comfort at a high priority. Also, as explained in the calf training article, the training parameters are slightly different when dealing with rest ... http://exercisesforlegs.com/calf-exercises/exercises-for-calves/ Description This is such an effective exercise because it manipulates the anatomical structure of the gastrocnemius to deliver a more powerful, more effective muscle contraction. As mentioned in our calf training article, the gastrocnemius is at its most powerful when in a stretched position. Since it’s a bi-articular muscle (crosses both ... http://exercisesforlegs.com/calf-exercises/donkey-calf-raises/ Description The leg press version of the calf raise is simply another way to strengthen the muscles of the lower leg. The loading capacity of the actual leg press machine allows you to potentially perform the repetitions under a great deal of resistance - which is what the gastrocnemious muscle responds ... http://exercisesforlegs.com/calf-exercises/leg-press-calf-raises/ Description The lying glute bridge is an easy, yet effective method for training the glutes and the core region. What makes the exercise so practical is that it doesn’t require bulky/expensive equipment for execution. As emphasised throughout the site, core strength should be placed as a high priority in pretty much ... http://exercisesforlegs.com/glute-exercises/glute-bridge/ Description A toned buttock region has long been considered a highly desirable physical attribute among both sexes. Women however, have the most difficulty maintaining the area because they are more prone to weight gain around the hip, thigh and buttock area. The glute kickback exercise is a great way to target ... http://exercisesforlegs.com/glute-exercises/glute-kickbacks/ Description The same principals that apply to the lying leg curls apply to the seated version as well. The muscle recruitment can be manipulated by alternating foot position. Performing the repetitions with the feet rotated outward will place more emphasis on the lateral aspect of the hamstrings, while inwardly rotating the ... http://exercisesforlegs.com/hamstring-exercises/seated-leg-curl-exercise/ Description This exercise is a modified version of the traditional dead-lift. The purpose of this modified version is to place more of an emphasis on the hamstrings and lower back as opposed to the legs. As discussed in the hamstring article, movements that encompass both knee flexion and hip extension should ... http://exercisesforlegs.com/hamstring-exercises/straight-leg-deadlifts/ Description This somewhat advanced version of the leg curl requires partner assistance. Since equipment isn’t a necessity to perform this exercise, it can easily be incorporated into home-based programs. Due to the difficulty, it is best to ensure that this exercise is only performed following an efficient warm up. Also, to ... http://exercisesforlegs.com/hamstring-exercises/hamstring-exercise/