Calf Raise
Stork legs, be gone! Many endurance athletes underestimate the importance of working the legs. Avoid making the same mistake by performing dedicated exercises for the calves. Your calves are important for walking, jumping, sprinting and many other activities – and let’s be honest, doesn’t it look better when the lower body is trained, too?
How to train
A
- Feet should be close together
- Stance should be upright
B
- Raise heels upwards as far as possible
What to look out for
- Stabilize yourself by holding onto another person or an object if needed
- Movement should be performed in a slow, controlled fashion
What you’ll train
Primary
- Calves
Secondary
- Shin muscles
