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ANKLE FLEXION [2 records]

Record 1 2023-03-22

English

Subject field(s)
  • Physical Fitness Training and Bodybuilding
DEF

A bodybuilding exercise performed by completing the following movements: while sitting or standing, raise the toes and the front part of the foot (keeping the heel on the ground), then lower them back to the starting position.

OBS

This exercise targets the ankle flexors. A specific machine can be used to add more resistance on the toes.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Conditionnement physique et culturisme
DEF

Exercice de musculation qui s'exécute en effectuant les mouvements suivants : à partir de la position assise ou debout, levez simplement la pointe de votre pied (en vous appuyant sur votre talon).

OBS

Cet exercice sollicite les fléchisseurs des pieds. Il peut s'effectuer un pied après l'autre ou les deux pieds à la fois. Un appareil spécifique peut être utilisé pour mettre du poids sur les orteils.

Spanish

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Record 2 1995-11-29

English

Subject field(s)
  • Shooting (Sports)

French

Domaine(s)
  • Tir (Sports)

Spanish

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