Calf Stretches

A quick and easy exercise suitable for beginners; that can be made more difficult for progression if required.
Workout focus:	Legs, especially calf muscles
Type of activity:	Strength
Benefits:	For stronger and firmer looking calf muscles.
Time needed:	5 minutes or less
Intensity level:	Low to moderate
Instructions:	Stand with your feet shoulder width apart and arms folded. Raise yourself onto the balls of your feet, hold for 5 and then lower yourself. Repeat ten times.
How to make it more difficult:	Build up the number of repetitions. Then, try standing on a step or stair to allow a greater range of movement. Or try standing on and bending one leg, with the other bent at the knee.