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Standing Calf Raise
A calf raise performed standing to develop the gastrocnemius through a full range of motion.
What this exercise works
- Muscles
- gastrocnemius · soleus
- Goals
- hypertrophy
- Equipment
- Standing calf raise machine
- Category
- Strength
- Difficulty
- beginner
Demonstration
Step 1
Step 2
How to perform the movement
- Stand on the edge of a platform or calf raise machine.
- Lower heels below the platform.
- Push up onto your toes.
- Lower slowly.
- Repeat.
Technique cues and common mistakes
- Pause at the top to maximize contraction.
- Full heel drop increases range of motion.