CalvesBeginner
Single-Leg Calf Raise
How to do it
- 1
Stand on one foot on a step with your heel hanging off the edge.
- 2
Hold a wall or rail for balance.
- 3
Lower your heel below the step, then rise as high as possible.
- 4
Complete all reps, then switch legs.
Common mistakes
- Bouncing out of the bottom.
- Pushing with the hands.
Tips
- Hold a dumbbell in the free hand to add load.
- The best calf exercise without machines.
Alternatives
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