Calves · Machine

Standing Calf Raise

Diamond calves, one heel at a time.

Standing Calf Raise exercise demonstration
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How to do it

  1. Set your shoulders under the pads with the balls of your feet on the platform.
  2. Let your heels drop below the platform for a deep stretch.
  3. Push up onto your toes as high as possible.
  4. Pause at the top, then lower slowly back down.

The one cue that matters

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Keep your knees soft but straight, drive the movement from your ankles.

Muscles worked

The Standing Calf Raise isolates the Calves — no passengers. That makes it a clean tool for adding targeted calves volume without extra fatigue.

FAQ

What muscles does the Standing Calf Raise work?

The Standing Calf Raise primarily works the Calves.

How heavy should I go?

Pick a weight where you finish each set with 1 to 2 clean reps left in the tank. Own the top of your rep range before adding weight.

How many sets and reps of Standing Calf Raise?

For most lifters 3 to 4 working sets. Pick the rep range that fits your goal and progress the load when the top of the range feels owned.

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