Bodyweight Standing Calf Raise
Execution Guide
- Stand with the balls of your feet on the edge of a step or flat on the floor.
- Hold onto a wall or rail for balance if needed.
- Rise up onto your toes as high as possible.
- Squeeze your calves at the top and hold for a moment.
- Lower your heels slowly for a full stretch.
Range of Motion
Full stretch at the bottom to full contraction on tiptoes.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- ×Bouncing through the reps
- ×Not going through full range of motion
- ×Leaning forward instead of rising straight up
Prescription
3Sets
10-15Reps
Rest interval24-48 hours
Goal
Build calf strength and endurance without equipment
Difficulty
Beginner
Burn (10m)
15-30
Equipment
Step or Calf Block (Optional)
Anatomy
Primary
Gastrocnemius
Secondary
Soleus