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Calf Raise From Deficit With Chair Supported
4 steps Updated 29/08/2026
Calf Raise From Deficit With Chair Supported is a bodyweight exercise targeting Calves (Gastrocnemius, Soleus).
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How to perform it
- Stand on the edge of a raised platform or step, with your heels hanging off the edge, and hold onto a chair for support.
- Position your feet hip-width apart, ensuring your toes are firmly on the platform.
- Slowly raise your heels as high as possible, engaging your calf muscles and lifting your body.
- Lower your heels back down past the edge of the platform to feel a stretch in your calves. Repeat the movement for the desired number of repetitions.
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Last updated: 29/08/2026
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