Standing Calf Raise

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The standing calf raise is a bodyweight exercise that primarily targets the calf muscles.

It involves standing on the edge of a raised platform and lifting the heels as high as possible.

The bodyweight provides resistance, engaging the calves and helping to strengthen and tone them.

While the exercise may also involve some activation of the auxiliary muscles, its main focus is on the calves.

Stand upright with your feet shoulder-width apart and your toes pointing forward.
Place your hands on your hips or hold onto a stable surface for balance.
Raise your heels off the ground by pushing through the balls of your feet.
Continue lifting until you are on your tiptoes, feeling a stretch in your calves.
Hold the raised position for a moment, squeezing your calf muscles.
Slowly lower your heels back down to the starting position.
Repeat the movement for the desired number of repetitions.

Position your feet shoulder-width apart, with your toes pointing forward and your heels slightly hanging off the edge of a step or platform. This will ensure a full range of motion and engage your calves effectively.
Engage your core and maintain a straight posture throughout the exercise. Imagine a string pulling you up from the top of your head, keeping your spine aligned and preventing any excessive leaning forward or backward.
As you rise up onto your toes, focus on squeezing your calves at the top of the movement. Hold the contraction for a brief moment, feeling the tension in your calf muscles before slowly lowering your heels back down.
Avoid using momentum or bouncing to lift yourself up. Instead, concentrate on a controlled and deliberate movement, emphasizing the eccentric phase of the exercise as you lower your heels back down to the starting position.
For an added challenge, try performing the exercise on one leg at a time. This will not only increase the intensity but also help improve balance and stability. Remember to maintain proper form and control throughout the movement.