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Animated demo of Barbell Standing Calf Raise targeting Calves
GIF demonstration of Barbell Standing Calf Raise

Barbell Standing Calf Raise

An exercise for the Lower Legs - correct movement demonstrated with detailed steps.

Body partLower Legs Target muscleCalves EquipmentBarbell

Step by step

  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.

Muscles worked

Calves (primary)HamstringsGlutes

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