Bodyweight Calf Raise
Lower legsStrengthBeginnerNo equipment
A beginner-friendly calf raise using body weight only on flat ground, strengthening the gastrocnemius and soleus.
How to do it
- Stand with feet hip-width apart on a flat surface.
- Push up onto the balls of your feet as high as possible.
- Squeeze your calves at the top.
- Lower your heels back to the floor under control.
- Repeat for the desired number of reps.
Tips
- Use light fingertip support for balance if needed.
- Control the lowering phase instead of dropping your heels quickly.
- Keep your ankles from rolling outward as you rise.
Muscles
Primary: Calves (gastrocnemius)
Secondary: Calves (soleus)
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