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Barbell Standing Leg Calf Raise

Expert Advice

Press through the balls of your feet and avoid bouncing at the bottom to maximize calf muscle engagement.

How-to-do Steps

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a barbell across your upper back.
  2. Raise your heels off the floor by pushing through the balls of your feet and contracting your calf muscles.
  3. Hold the top position for a moment, then slowly lower your heels back to the floor.
  4. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Details

Primary
Calves
Calves100%
Secondary
100%Calves
Equipment
Barbell
Barbell
Exercise Type
Strength