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TOE RAISE Muscles Developed: Gastrocnemius, Soleus Instructions: Stand with feet shoulder-width apart and toes pointed straight ahead. (a) Rest the bar on the back of your shoulders, holding it there with hands facing forward. (b) Press down with your toes while lifting your heels. Return to the starting position. |
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CURL-UP OR CRUNCH Muscles Developed: Rectus Abdominis, Obliques Instructions: (a) Lie on your back on the floor with your arms folded across your chest and your feet on the floor or on a bench. (b) Curl your truck up and forward by raising your head and shoulders from the ground. Lower to the starting position. |
Source: Fahey, T. D., et. al. (1999). Fit and Well Core Concepts and Labs in Physical Fitness and Wellness. (3rd ed.). California: Mayfield. |
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