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Barbell Standing Leg Calf Raise

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Equipment

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Barbell
Barbell

The Barbell Standing Calf Raise is an exercise targeting the calf muscles, particularly focusing on building strength and definition in the lower legs. It involves lifting the heels off the ground while balancing a barbell on the shoulders, engaging the muscles for stability and strength.

How to do it

  1. Place the balls of your feet on a step with your heels hanging off.
  2. Position a barbell across your upper back, holding it securely with your hands.
  3. Engage your core and keep your back straight.
  4. Raise your heels as high as possible by extending your ankles.
  5. Slowly lower your heels back down to the starting position.

Muscles worked

Primary Gastrocnemius

Secondary Quadriceps Soleus

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