Beginner
Standing calf raise
Strengthens the calves and ankles.
- Works
- Calves
- Equipment
- No equipment
How to do it
- 1Stand with the balls of your feet on a step, heels hanging off.
- 2Lower your heels below the step for a stretch.
- 3Rise up onto your toes as high as you can.
- 4Pause at the top, then lower slowly.
Coach's tips
- Hold a rail for balance.
- Slow reps beat bouncing.