Exercise library

Foot & ankle

Calf raise

Strengthens the calf for walking, stairs and running

How to do it

  1. 1Stand with feet hip-width apart, holding a counter for balance.
  2. 2Rise up onto your toes as high as you can.
  3. 3Hold 2 seconds.
  4. 4Lower slowly over 3 seconds.

Progress to single leg when 15 double-leg reps feel easy.

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