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How do calves pump blood?

Your calf muscles are like a 'second heart' because they squeeze the deep veins in your lower legs. This action pushes blood upwards, against gravity, back towards your heart. It's a vital part of your circulatory system, ensuring blood doesn't pool in your lower extremities, which is why regular movement is so important.

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