standing calf raise (on a staircase)
standing calf raise (on a staircase) exercise guide with muscles, equipment, animation and step-by-step instructions. Target: calves. Equipment: body weight.
- Target muscle
- calves
- Muscle group
- ankles
- Body part
- lower legs
- Equipment
- body weight
Secondary muscles
ankles, feet
How to perform
- Stand on the edge of a step or a sturdy platform with your heels hanging off and your toes on the step.
- Hold onto a railing or wall for balance if needed.
- Slowly raise your heels as high as possible, lifting your body weight onto the balls of your feet.
- Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your heels back down to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.