Bodyweight Standing Pulse Calf Raise
Description
The bodyweight standing pulse calf raise is a calf builder that uses small partial pulses at the top of the range. The lifter raises onto the toes, then performs short up and down pulses to keep tension on the calves. It is a strong burnout style move.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
BW Standing Pulse Calf Raise Instructions
- Stand with the feet hip width apart.
- Set the toes pointing straight ahead.
- Brace your core and keep the legs straight.
- Press up onto the balls of the feet.
- Hold near the top of the calf raise.
- Lower a few inches and press back up in small pulses.
- Keep the pulses short and controlled.
- Continue until the calves fatigue.
BW Standing Pulse Calf Raise Form & Visual
BW Standing Pulse Calf Raise Benefits
- Builds the calves
- High time under tension
- No equipment needed
- Strong burnout move
- Useful calf finisher
- Trains calf endurance
BW Standing Pulse Calf Raise Muscles Worked
- Gastrocnemius
- Soleus
- Calves
BW Standing Pulse Calf Raise Variations & Alternatives
- Calf Raise
- Single Leg Calf Raise
- Donkey Calf Raise
- Seated Calf Raise
