Standing Calf Raise

Cable Standing Calf Raise Exercise

Target Muscle: General or Gastrocnemius (Calves)

Workout Mechanics: Isolated | Workout Force: Push Exercise | Utility: Basic

Stablizer Muscle: No significant stabilizers

Synergists: Soleus

Standing Calf Raise Instructions

Standing Calf Raise Technique

Kneel before low pulley and attach cable belt or dip belt to cable. Stand and position toes and balls of feet on lower portion of platform with arches and heels extending off. Grasp support bar for balance.

Standing Calf Raise Form

Raise heels by extending ankles as high as possible. Lower heels by bending ankles until calves are stretched. Repeat.

A short chain may be used so belt can be more easily attached to cable as long as it is short enough to allow full range of motion. Keep knees straight throughout exercise or bend knees slightly only during stretch. Quadriceps serve as a Synergists muscle if knees are bent slightly during stretch.