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Standing Calf Raise

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  • MusclesLegs
  • EquipmentBodyweight, Dumbbell
  • LevelBeginner

How to do it

  1. Stand with the balls of your feet on a step, heels hanging off. Hold a wall or rail for balance.
  2. Lower your heels slowly below the step.
  3. Rise up as high as you can onto your toes.
  4. Pause for one second at the top, then lower slowly.

Coaching tips

  • Full range of motion beats heavy weight.
  • Try 3 sets of 15–20 reps.

Common mistakes

  • Bouncing quickly through short reps.
  • Rolling onto the outside of the foot.

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Stop if you feel sharp pain. If you have an injury or a medical condition, check with your doctor before starting a new exercise.