One Leg Floor Calf Raise
Description
The one leg floor calf raise is a basic unilateral calf builder done on flat floor. The lifter stands on one leg and presses up onto the ball of the foot. It is a useful introductory single leg calf move that needs no equipment.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
One Leg Floor Calf Raise Instructions
- Stand on one leg with the other foot lifted.
- Place a hand on a wall for balance if needed.
- Brace your core and keep the working leg straight.
- Press up onto the ball of the foot.
- Squeeze the calf hard at the top.
- Lower with control to the floor.
- Keep the motion smooth.
- Finish all reps then switch sides.
One Leg Floor Calf Raise Form & Visual
One Leg Floor Calf Raise Benefits
- Builds the calves
- Trains each side
- No equipment needed
- Strong calf basic
- Useful for travel
One Leg Floor Calf Raise Muscles Worked
- Gastrocnemius
- Soleus
- Calves
One Leg Floor Calf Raise Variations & Alternatives
- Calf Raise
- Standing Calf Raise
- Donkey Calf Raise
- Seated Calf Raise
