Exercise Videos
Calves
Single Leg Bodyweight Calf Raises
By FITTR
0 min read
16 Oct 2018
Preparation
This exercise targets the calf muscle, specifically the gastrocnemius. Stand with feet slightly less that shoulder width apart with your torso upright. Stand against a wall or any support by placing both palms on it. Lift one foot and place it on top of the other from behind
Method
Step 1
With the toes pointing straight, exhale and raise the heel off the floor by extending the ankle as high as possible while contracting the calves
Step 2
Hold the top contraction for a second, inhale and go back to the starting position by slowly lowering the heels
Step 3
After performing the desired number of reps, switch the leg and repeat.
