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barbell standing calf raise

barbell standing calf raise exercise guide with muscles, equipment, animation and step-by-step instructions. Target: calves. Equipment: barbell.

barbell standing calf raise exercise demonstration
Target muscle
calves
Muscle group
hamstrings
Body part
lower legs
Equipment
barbell

Secondary muscles

hamstrings, glutes

How to perform

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and place a barbell across your upper back.
  2. Raise your heels off the ground as high as possible, using only your toes.
  3. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your heels back down to the starting position.
  4. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.