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Bodyweight Standing Calf Raise

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

Body partLower Legs Target muscleCalves EquipmentBody Weight

Step by step

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, toes pointing forward.
  2. Place your hands on a wall or stable surface for balance.
  3. Slowly raise your heels off the ground, lifting your body weight onto the balls of your feet.
  4. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your heels back down to the starting position.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles worked

Calves (primary)AnklesFeet

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