Bodyweight

Bodyweight Calf Raise

Bodyweight calf raises are simple exercises targeting calf muscles for improved strength, endurance, and stability. These exercises boost running or jumping power and aid in injury recovery.
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Bodyweight Calf Raise instructions
Step-by-step instructions
1
Stand up straight with your feet shoulder-width apart.
2
Slowly raise your heels until you are standing on your toes.
3
Hold this position for a moment and then slowly lower your heels back to the ground.
4
Make sure to keep your abdominal muscles pulled in so you move straight upwards, not forwards or backwards.
5
Repeat the exercise for the programmed number of reps.
Stand up straight with your feet shoulder-width apart.
Slowly raise your heels until you are standing on your toes.
Hold this position for a moment and then slowly lower your heels back to the ground.
Make sure to keep your abdominal muscles pulled in so you move straight upwards, not forwards or backwards.
Repeat the exercise for the programmed number of reps.
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