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Calves ยท Calf raise

Bodyweight Calf Raise

An isolation calf raise exercise for the calves, done with your bodyweight.

Bodyweight Isolation Reps at bodyweight Also called: step calf raise

Muscles worked

Primary

Calves

Do most of the work.

Secondary

None to speak of

This one is focused.

  • CalvesBack of the lower legsPrimary

How to do it

  1. Find your position. Give yourself space and a surface that does not slip.
  2. Full range. Deep stretch at the bottom, high on the toes at the top.
  3. Pause at the top and at the stretch.
  4. No bouncing.
  5. Control every rep. Breathe out through the hardest part and stop the set when your form changes.

Common mistakes

  • Bouncing. Pause at the bottom stretch and at the top.
  • Short range. Go all the way down and all the way up.

Alternatives that train the same movement

General guidance, not medical advice. If a movement hurts, stop and ask a qualified coach or physio.