Calf Raises

AnkleAnkle Strengthening
Written By David Song

CALF RAISES

Start by standing on a stepper, stair step, or stack of weight plates with the balls of your toes (forefoot). You can use a wall for additional balance if required. Raise both heels straight up as high as you can without turning the feet inwards or outwards. To do this try to distribute your weight across the balls of each toe. Lower your heels as far as possible without lifting the toes - this will be below the height of the step / stepper / weight plate.

Structures Involved:

  • Calf (Gastrocnemius > Soleus)

  • Achilles Tendon

  • Plantar Fascia

Related Conditions:

  • Achilles Tendinitis / Achilles Tendinopathy

  • Plantar Fasciitis

  • Calf Strain

Required Exercise Equipment:

Plyo Box - Click to Buy

Plyo Box - Click to Buy

Stepper - Click to Buy

Stepper - Click to Buy

 

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