This exercise involves standing on a raised surface, such as a step or block, and lifting the heels up as high as possible while keeping the balls of the feet on the surface. It primarily targets the calf muscles and can be done with bodyweight or added resistance.
Type
Strength
Equipment
No Equipment
Difficulty
Intermediate
Key Benefits
- Strengthens and tones the calf muscles
- Improves ankle stability and balance
- Increases ankle flexibility and range of motion
- Can help prevent injuries such as ankle sprains and Achilles tendonitis
- Can be done with minimal equipment and in a variety of settings
How to perform
- Stand on an elevated surface such as a step or block with the balls of your feet on the edge and your heels hanging off.
- Hold onto a stable object such as a railing or wall for balance.
- Raise your heels up as high as possible, squeezing your calf muscles at the top of the movement.
- Lower your heels back down below the level of the elevated surface, feeling a stretch in your calves.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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BACK VIEW
Calves
Primary