Elevated Standing Single Leg Calf Raise
Description
The elevated standing single leg calf raise is a bodyweight calf builder done with one foot on a step or block. The elevation adds depth to the stretch position which loads the gastrocnemius hard.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Elevated Standing Single Leg Calf Raise Instructions
- Stand with the ball of one foot on a step or block.
- Allow the heel to hang off the edge.
- Lift the other foot off the floor by bending the knee.
- Hold a wall or rail for balance support.
- Brace the core and keep the working leg straight.
- Lower the heel down for a deep calf stretch.
- Press up onto the toes as high as possible.
- Lower with control and repeat for all reps then switch.
Elevated Standing Single Leg Calf Raise Form & Visual
Elevated Standing Single Leg Calf Raise Benefits
- Builds the gastrocnemius through a deep range.
- Works one calf at a time for symmetry.
- Bodyweight load is joint friendly.
- Improves ankle mobility.
- Useful for runners and athletes.
Elevated Standing Single Leg Calf Raise Muscles Worked
- Gastrocnemius
- Soleus
- Calves
Elevated Standing Single Leg Calf Raise Variations & Alternatives
- Standing Calf Raise
- Seated Calf Raise
- Donkey Calf Raise
- Single Leg Calf Raise
