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Single-Leg Standing Calf Raise

Main muscle
Calves
Muscle group
Legs
Equipment
Bodyweight

How to do it

  1. 1Stand on one foot with the ball of your foot on a raised edge.
  2. 2Hold onto something stable for balance if needed.
  3. 3Lower your heel down to feel a deep stretch in your calf.
  4. 4Press through the ball of your foot to rise up onto your toes.
  5. 5Lower back down under control and repeat.

Coaching cues

  • Full stretch at bottom
  • Rise up onto the toes
  • Slow and controlled

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