How to do it
Drive upward as high as ankle mobility permits to maximize range of motion.
- 1
Stand upright with your feet hip-width apart.
- 2
Lift your heels off the ground by pressing through the balls of your feet.
- 3
Hold the contraction at the top for a moment.
- 4
Slowly lower your heels back to the ground.
- 5
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Keep your movements smooth and controlled, and pause at the top of the movement to intensify the contraction in the calf muscles.
Common mistakes
- ✕Bending the knees during the raise
- ✕Leaning the torso forward for momentum
- ✕Rolling onto the outer edge of the foot