Calves Beginner

Standing Calf Raise

  • Calves

Bodyweight

Abstract movement graphic. Follow the written steps below.

How to perform

  1. Stand with feet around hip width and hold a fixed support lightly.

  2. Keep your knees almost straight and rise onto the balls of your feet.

  3. Pause at the top without rolling the ankles outward.

  4. Lower your heels slowly back to the floor.

Key cues

  • Press through the base of the big toe as well as the forefoot.
  • Keep the rise smooth.
  • Use support for balance rather than lifting help.

Common mistakes

  • Bouncing through each repetition.
  • Bending the knees to generate momentum.
  • Rolling to the outside edges of the feet.

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