Resistance Band Calf Raise
Description
The resistance band calf raise adds band tension to standing calf raises by standing on a band and holding the ends at your shoulders. The band provides increasing resistance as you rise onto your toes, loading the peak calf contraction.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Resistance Band Calf Raise Instructions
- Stand on the center of a resistance band with the balls of your feet. Heels hang off the edge or are flat on the floor.
- Hold both ends of the band at your shoulders.
- Stand tall. Brace your core.
- Rise up onto the balls of your feet by pressing through your toes.
- Squeeze your calves at the peak.
- Lower under control. If standing on a step, lower heels below the step for a full stretch.
- Use a thicker band for more resistance.
- Aim for 15 to 25 reps per set.
Resistance Band Calf Raise Form & Visual
Resistance Band Calf Raise Benefits
- Adds load to calf raises at home
- Increasing tension at peak contraction
- Highly portable
- Easy to scale by band thickness
- Useful when no machines are available
- Builds calf size and strength
Resistance Band Calf Raise Muscles Worked
- Gastrocnemius
- Soleus
- Achilles tendon
Resistance Band Calf Raise Variations & Alternatives
- Bodyweight Calf Raise
- Barbell Standing Calf Raise
- Lever Standing Calf Raise
- Single-Leg Band Calf Raise
- Seated Band Calf Raise
