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Visual demonstration of the Bodyweight Calf Raises exercise

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Beginner

Difficulty
Beginner
Movement type
Strength
Primary muscles
Calves
Equipment
Bodyweight
Exercise guide

Bodyweight Calf Raises

4 steps Updated 29/08/2026

Bodyweight Calf Raises is a bodyweight exercise targeting Calves (Gastrocnemius, Soleus).

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How to perform it

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and your hands on your hips or by your sides for balance.
  2. Lift your heels off the floor, rising onto your toes.
  3. Hold the top position briefly, squeezing your calf muscles.
  4. Lower your heels back to the floor in a controlled manner and repeat the movement for the desired number of repetitions.
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Last updated: 29/08/2026

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