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Calf Raise

🏋️ Calisthenics / Bodyweight · Legs

Also known as: calf raises, standing calf raise, standing calf raises, donkey calf raise, single leg calf raise

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Reps
/calf_raises 25
also valid: /calf-raises 25 · /calf raises 25
Sets × Reps
/calf_raises 3x10
also valid: /calf-raises 3x10 · /calf raises 3x10 · /log calf_raises 3x10
Sets × Reps @ Weight
/calf_raises 3x10@45
also valid: /calf-raises 3x10@45 · /calf raises 3x10@45 · /log calf_raises 3x10@45

Underscores, dashes, and spaces are interchangeable — every spelling above logs the same exercise.

Demonstration

Calf Raise demonstration animation
Demo: Donkey Calf Raise — © Gym visual

How to perform

🎯 CalvesHamstringsGlutes🛠 Body Weight
  1. Stand with your toes on an elevated surface, such as a step or block.
  2. Place your hands on a stable support, such as a wall or railing, for balance.
  3. Raise your heels as high as possible, lifting your body weight onto the balls of your feet.
  4. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your heels back down to the starting position.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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