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Health
Lois Mackenzie

This physical therapist's four-move leg workout strengthened my calves in just 15 minutes

Dumbbells and step in a gym

As a runner, strength training is a non-negotiable part of my routine. As I'm less than three weeks out from my first marathon, I've also been focusing on recovering properly; ensuring I'm resting enough, consuming enough protein, and stretching. 

Stretching and strengthening exercises keep your joints and muscles healthy, nipping would-be injuries in the bud. But I wanted to shake up my regular pattern, so I decided to give this short, four-move calf-focused workout a try. 

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