standing calves
A lower legs exercise targeting the calves, performed with body weight.
How to do standing calves
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, toes pointing forward.
Raise your heels off the ground as high as possible, standing on your toes.
Hold the position for a moment, then slowly lower your heels back down to the starting position.
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Muscles worked
Primary (target)
Secondary
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