to do a toe raise, stand on a stair or curb, etc. on the balls of your feet and lower your heels down then contract your muscles and raise up to stand on your "tippy toes". References :
Walk up and down a staircase with a heavy back-pack.
Up – works out the thighs the most
Down – works out the calves the most.
The heavy backpack provides the resistance, like the weights on a gym machine that you would use for your legs. Your muscles will be working harder to lift your weight and the backpack up those stairs and down again. References :
There are many ways to strengthen leg muscles without exercise equipment. Walking is one way, doing squats, lunges, and leg bends/lifts are others. References : RN for 20 years
Do some running throughout the week. Run up and down stairways regularly. Maybe you should just run everywhere lol. Do lots of squatting, meaning just bending up and down for 10-15mins everyday. When doing the squats don’t go all the way up. Trust me you’ll feel it in your thighs. The squatting is for the thighs. Hope I gave you some ideas References :
I purchased this expensive Chung Shi shoes from Foot Solutions. They look retarded but they do work. They cost over $200.
Health Facts
chung shi presents an innovative shoe concept with a built in ‘Pilates-System’. The chung shi balance step is a patented health shoe which makes walking and running more dynamic. The entire range of shoes is based on a curved sole that angles at 20 degrees at the toe and heel, this makes for improved posture, muscle toning and core stability. Each step with the chung shi balance-step is a step towards increasing your health and well-being. Whilst the balance step can be used ‘at the gym’ they can also be used during normal everyday activities and are true lifestyle products.
Fitness Facts
Strengthening of the deep muscular system and increasing core stability. Improving body posture. Increased blood circulation in the feet and legs – reducing cellulite. Stretching of tendons. Lengthening the vertebral column. Increased core stability. Supports a natural walking gait. Strengthens the connective tissues of the ankle and knee joints.
Weight Facts
Higher calorie consumption while active. Tightening of the connective tissue on joints.
12 Responses to “How do I get strong calves and thighs without workout equipment?”
By JeffyB on Mar 3, 2010 | Reply
Run or rollerblade.
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By SusieAD on Mar 3, 2010 | Reply
- Jogging
- Climbing stairs (excellent!!!)
- Squats
- Leg lifts
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By missmary on Mar 3, 2010 | Reply
run up and down stairs. really works out your calves
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By wendy_da_goodlil_witch on Mar 3, 2010 | Reply
walk everywhere especially up stairs.
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By 2Girlsmom on Mar 3, 2010 | Reply
Squats and toe raises.
to do a toe raise, stand on a stair or curb, etc. on the balls of your feet and lower your heels down then contract your muscles and raise up to stand on your "tippy toes".
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By WilljClinton on Mar 3, 2010 | Reply
http://en.mimi.hu/fitness/calves.html
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By ms_spunk on Mar 3, 2010 | Reply
Walk up and down a staircase with a heavy back-pack.
Up – works out the thighs the most
Down – works out the calves the most.
The heavy backpack provides the resistance, like the weights on a gym machine that you would use for your legs. Your muscles will be working harder to lift your weight and the backpack up those stairs and down again.
References :
By wannaplaytoo2001 on Mar 3, 2010 | Reply
race walking, jogging,rig up something at home the requires your legs to lift it, swimming
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By Debbie H on Mar 3, 2010 | Reply
There are many ways to strengthen leg muscles without exercise equipment. Walking is one way, doing squats, lunges, and leg bends/lifts are others.
References :
RN for 20 years
By curtiswifey06 on Mar 3, 2010 | Reply
Do some running throughout the week. Run up and down stairways regularly. Maybe you should just run everywhere lol. Do lots of squatting, meaning just bending up and down for 10-15mins everyday. When doing the squats don’t go all the way up. Trust me you’ll feel it in your thighs. The squatting is for the thighs. Hope I gave you some ideas
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By charlie on Mar 3, 2010 | Reply
I purchased this expensive Chung Shi shoes from Foot Solutions. They look retarded but they do work. They cost over $200.
Health Facts
chung shi presents an innovative shoe concept with a built in ‘Pilates-System’. The chung shi balance step is a patented health shoe which makes walking and running more dynamic. The entire range of shoes is based on a curved sole that angles at 20 degrees at the toe and heel, this makes for improved posture, muscle toning and core stability. Each step with the chung shi balance-step is a step towards increasing your health and well-being. Whilst the balance step can be used ‘at the gym’ they can also be used during normal everyday activities and are true lifestyle products.
Fitness Facts
Strengthening of the deep muscular system and increasing core stability. Improving body posture. Increased blood circulation in the feet and legs – reducing cellulite. Stretching of tendons. Lengthening the vertebral column. Increased core stability. Supports a natural walking gait. Strengthens the connective tissues of the ankle and knee joints.
Weight Facts
Higher calorie consumption while active. Tightening of the connective tissue on joints.
Relaxation Facts
Reflexology pressure massage
References :
http://www.footsolutions.com/
http://www.frontier-i.com/ishop/758/shopscr3365.html
http://www.backinaction.co.uk/chung-shi-info
By Sadie on Mar 3, 2010 | Reply
Run or run the stairs.
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