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Important Muscle Groups in Futsal Part 1: The Calf Muscles
 
Calves are muscle group (gastrocnemius, soleus and plantaris) which takes most of the load while running. Therefore their strength, power and endurance are essential to futsal player.
Develop calf muscles strength, power and tolerance to high loads which are common in high speed running and change of direction actions.
Depends how many exercises you do and how many reps
Individual or team
Weights, rubber bands and
Like in everything - start with little and progress it slowly to more demanding loads.

1. Test your players one foot heel raise (full range of motion). High level futsal player should reach at least 60 reps per side.
2. Program your repetitions according to the test results. Program your repetitions approx. 50-70 % of max reps.
More information Marko Demidoff - youtube channel or Futsal_Physical_Preparation on Instagram. Cheers!
Physical Conditioning