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Calves

Standing Calves

A bodyweight movement targeting the calves. Follow the steps below and keep every repetition controlled.

Target · calvesEquipment · body weightCategory · lower legs

Technique

How to perform it

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, toes pointing forward.
  2. Raise your heels off the ground as high as possible, standing on your toes.
  3. Hold the position for a moment, then slowly lower your heels back down to the starting position.
  4. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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