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Animated demonstration of the bodyweight standing calf raise exercise, targeting the Calves using Body weight.

bodyweight standing calf raise

Body part
Lower legs
Equipment
Body weight
Target muscle
Calves
Secondary muscles
anklesfeet

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, toes pointing forward.

  2. Step 2: Place your hands on a wall or stable surface for balance.

  3. Step 3: Slowly raise your heels off the ground, lifting your body weight onto the balls of your feet.

  4. Step 4: Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your heels back down to the starting position.

  5. Step 5: Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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