Standing Calf Raise - The Proper Lift - BPI Sports

Proper Technique for Standing Calf Raise

In this section, the instructor demonstrates the proper technique for doing a standing calf raise.

Steps for Proper Technique

• Step under the bar and up onto the platform.

• Unrack it and place feet just about hip width apart.

• Squeeze all the way up onto the tips of toes almost squeezing at the top.

• Control it back down with a slight pause at the bottom before coming back up.

• Get that little pause at the bottom before squeezing back up.

Tips to Avoid Tendon Damage

• Do not bounce back up as it uses tendons instead of muscles.

• Bouncing is damaging to tendons which are very pliable and stretch like rubber bands.

Conclusion

The instructor demonstrated how to properly perform a standing calf raise exercise. The steps include stepping under the bar, placing feet hip-width apart, squeezing all the way up onto toes, controlling down with a slight pause at bottom before coming back up. It is important to avoid bouncing as it can cause tendon damage.