Standing Calf Raise with Support

Description

The standing calf raise with support is a basic calf raise that uses a wall or sturdy support for balance. The lifter focuses purely on the calf raise without worrying about balance. It is a useful introductory calf builder.

Muscle Group

Equipment Required

Standing Calf Raise with Support Instructions

  1. Stand facing a wall or sturdy support.
  2. Place the hands on the support at chest height.
  3. Set the feet hip width apart.
  4. Brace your core and keep the legs straight.
  5. Press up onto the balls of the feet.
  6. Squeeze the calves hard at the top.
  7. Lower with control to the floor.
  8. Continue for the working set.

Standing Calf Raise with Support Form & Visual

Standing Calf Raise With Support

Standing Calf Raise with Support Benefits

  • Builds the calves
  • Easy balance
  • Useful for beginners
  • No equipment needed
  • Strong calf basic

Standing Calf Raise with Support Muscles Worked

  • Gastrocnemius
  • Soleus
  • Calves

Standing Calf Raise with Support Variations & Alternatives

  • Calf Raise
  • Single Leg Calf Raise
  • Donkey Calf Raise
  • Seated Calf Raise