David PerlmutterPresident,, Perlmutter Health Center · Board-Certified Neurologist | Functional Medicine Pioneer | #1 New York Times Best-Selling Author | International Speaker | Host of The Empowering Neurologist Podcast

Tippy Toes, from The Grain Brain Whole Life Plan

14 Nov 2016 · 1 min

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In this brief instructional video, Dr. David Perlmutter guides viewers through a simple calf-strengthening exercise. He recommends using light hand weights (around 5 lb, with gloves for grip) and performing the movement by rising onto the tiptoes, holding the position for 3–5 seconds, then lowering back onto the heels. The routine is structured as three sets of twelve repetitions. Perlmutter emphasizes that the exercise not only builds calf muscle strength but also improves balance and overall mobility, presenting it as a quick, effective addition to a daily fitness regimen.

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Let's strengthen our calf muscles. Really simple exercise to do. Get yourself some hand weights. 5 pounds is plenty. These are 15. And again, with gloves so you hold on to them. Really straightforward. All we're going to do is step up on tippy toes for a count of 3 to 5 seconds. Count it out. 1,001, 1,002. And then back down on your heels. Come up on your tippy toes and then back down again, 3 to 5 seconds. This is not only good for strengthening your calf muscles, but you'll also find that you're moving around a little bit. So that means it's going to be good for your balance. Terrific exercise. And we're looking for 3 sets of 12.