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Barbell Standing Calf Raise

Intermediate
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How to Do It

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and place a barbell across your upper back.
  2. Raise your heels off the ground as high as possible, using only your toes.
  3. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your heels back down to the starting position.
  4. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Range of Motion

Full stretch (heels below the platform) to full contraction on tiptoes.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • ×Bouncing at the bottom instead of using controlled movement
  • ×Not achieving full range of motion
  • ×Bending the knees during the movement

Prescription

3Sets
10-15Reps
Rest interval60-90 sec

Goal

Build calf size and strength — particularly the gastrocnemius

Body Part

Lower Legs

Equipment

Barbell

Muscles Worked

PrimaryCalves
Secondary
HamstringsGlutes

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