Standing Calves
- Body part
- Lower legs
- Target muscles
- Primary muscles
- Secondary muscles
- Equipment
- No equipment — bodyweight
- Sports fields
How to perform it
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, toes pointing forward. Raise your heels off the ground as high as possible, standing on your toes. Hold the position for a moment, then slowly lower your heels back down to the starting position. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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