Weight Training
Full-Range Calf Raise
Train the calf through full range
6 min
3 sets of 15
Beginner
Why this drill
Builds toward train the calf through full range.
Instructions
- 1Stand with the balls of the feet on a step, holding something for balance.
- 2Lower the heels until you feel a stretch, pausing for 1 second.
- 3Press up to the tallest position you can hold and pause again.
- 4Keep the knees quiet — the movement is at the ankle only.
What to focus on
A full stretch at the bottom and a real pause at the top.
Recommended reps
3 sets of 15
Common mistake
Bouncing through short, fast reps with no pause.