Target Muscle

    Calves

    Equipment

    Barbell

    Difficulty

    Intermediate

    Category

    Strength

    LegsBarbell

    Barbell Standing Calf Raise

    The barbell standing calf raise is a strength exercise targeting the calves. It involves standing with a barbell across your upper back and raising your heels off the ground to work the calf muscles.

    Also Works

    HamstringsGlutes

    How to Perform

    1. 1

      Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and place a barbell across your upper back.

    2. 2

      Raise your heels off the ground as high as possible, using only your toes.

    3. 3

      Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your heels back down to the starting position.

    4. 4

      Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

    Pro Tips

    • •Focus on controlled movements rather than speed
    • •Breathe out during the exertion phase
    • •Keep your core engaged throughout the movement

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