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🦶 Standing Calf Raises

Rise up onto your toes to strengthen the calves and Achilles.

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How to do the Standing Calf Raises

  1. Stand near a wall or counter for balance
  2. Feet hip-width apart
  3. Slowly rise up onto the balls of your feet
  4. Hold 2 seconds at the top
  5. Slowly lower

Form tips

  • Push through the big toe
  • Avoid bouncing

Muscles worked

Gastrocnemius, Soleus

When to be cautious

  • Acute Achilles tear
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