Calf raise
Also called Calf raises, Standing calf raise, Heel raise
The calf raise is a simple exercise for your lower legs. You rise onto the balls of your feet, pause, and lower your heels slowly. It trains your calves. It needs no equipment and suits everyone. Stand on the edge of a step for a longer range of motion, and hold a wall for balance. Pause at the top and lower all the way down, without bouncing. When two legs feel easy, the next step is the Single-leg calf raise.
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How to do it
- Stand with your feet hip-width apart, toes pointing forward.
- Rise onto the balls of your feet as far as you can.
- Pause for a moment at the top.
- Lower your heels slowly, all the way down.
Form tips
- Feet hip-width apart, toes pointing forward.
- Press up onto the balls of your feet, as high as you can.
- Pause at the top, then lower slowly all the way.
Common mistake
- Bouncing instead of pausing at the top and lowering fully.