12K views · 491 reactions | The great thing about these soleus exercises is that they’re easy to do while seated, and they can be done even in a work setting or right after lunch. Engaging the soleus muscle can help improve circulation and insulin sensitivity, making it a great option for lowering blood sugar. | Master Mike Lee: Mobility, Flexibility and Mindset for the Middle aged. | Facebook

Soleus strengthening variations: I find that the traditional bent knee heel raise exercise to target the soleus muscle is a technically challenging exercise for the inexperienced. So here are 2 alternatives; the wall sit heel rise, and the loaded seated calf raise. Hot tip: don't be shy with the weight added to the seated calf raise; a goal should be able to lift your bodyweight (eventually). Why is soleus important? Research has shown that the soleus produces forces during running 8x body weigh