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Calf Raises (Double Leg)

Muscle Group:

Calves

Type:

Dynamic

Difficulty:

Beginner

Equipment:

None (can use a slightly elevated surface)

Gastrocnemius, Soleus

Description

Stand with feet hip-width apart. Rise up onto the balls of your feet, lifting your heels. Slowly lower back down.

Progression

Increase repetitions, add weight, perform on a slightly elevated surface (like a step)

Feel sensation

Burning sensation in the calves.

Common mistakes

Not going through full range of motion, rushing the movement