How to do it
Stack your standing-leg shoulder, hip, and ankle in one vertical line.
- 1
Stand up straight with your feet hip-width apart.
- 2
Lift one foot off the ground slightly, keeping your leg straight.
- 3
Press the heel of your other foot into the ground firmly.
- 4
Hold the press for a few seconds, then release.
- 5
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions before switching to the other foot.
Expert tip
Ensure you press your heel firmly to engage the calf muscles fully without bouncing.
Common mistakes
- ✕Bending the standing knee during the press
- ✕Rolling onto the outer edge of the foot
- ✕Hiking the hip on the lifted-leg side