Your body hides a powerful ally that takes care of your circulation without you even noticing: the soleus muscle, located in your calves. This “second heart” helps pump blood toward your chest, defying gravity. Keeping it active improves cardiovascular health and prevents problems like swelling, varicose veins, and fatigue. And the best part: activating it is easier than you think.

The Soleus Muscle: The Silent Pump of Your Circulation

Although not well known by many, the soleus muscle plays a vital role in the circulatory system. It’s located on the back of the leg, just below the visible calf muscle (the gastrocnemius). Its specialty isn’t jumping or running, but something more discreet but equally crucial: pushing venous blood from the legs back to the heart.

That’s why it’s called the “second heart.” Its action is especially important when we’re standing, as it prevents blood from pooling in the feet. But the problem is that the soleus muscle is only activated when there’s movement. Sitting or remaining still for prolonged periods of time, as is often the case in offices or on long trips, hinders this function and promotes the appearance of varicose veins, tired legs, or even blood clots.

Scientific Evidence: The Study That Revealed the Hidden Power of the Soleus

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