Beginner

STANDING CALF RAISE (ON A STAIRCASE)

Lower legs
Body Part
Calves
Target Muscle
Body weight
Equipment
Beginner
Difficulty
Calves
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Est. Calories/min
5.00
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Step:1 Stand on the edge of a step or a sturdy platform with your heels hanging off and your toes on the step.
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Step:2 Hold onto a railing or wall for balance if needed.
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Step:3 Slowly raise your heels as high as possible, lifting your body weight onto the balls of your feet.
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Step:4 Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your heels back down to the starting position.
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Step:5 Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
  • Warm up properly before starting
  • Maintain proper form throughout
  • Control the negative (eccentric) phase
  • Breathe out during the effort phase
  • Rest 60–90 seconds between sets
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