Calf raises

How to do it

1. Set upFeet hip-width apart, a hand on a wall for balance if needed.
2. MoveRise up as high as you can onto the balls of your feet, pause, and lower slowly.
3. Watch forBouncing. Every rep has a pause at the top and a slow lowering.

Easier or harder

Easier

Smaller range of movement.

Harder

Stand on one foot, or on a step with your heels hanging off.

What it works

Muscles

Calves, Quads

Position

Standing

Intensity

Easy Easy

Impact

No jumping

Swap it for

• Tippy toe squats
• Toe squat pulses
• Squat to heel raise
• Squat to calf raise
• Butt kicks (no jump)
• Air squats

In these workouts

• Beginner HIIT Workout (No Equipment)
• Lower-Body HIIT Workout
• Toned Legs Workout