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Barbell Standing Calf Raise

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Intermediate

target Target Muscle Groups

Primary: Calves accessibility Lower Legs
Hamstrings Glutes

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Barbell

Category

strength

Mechanic

isolation

Cal/min

7.3

Force

push

Barbell Standing Calf Raise is a intermediate single-joint isolation pushing exercise targeting the Calves in the Lower Legs region. Performed using barbell, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Hamstrings and Glutes.

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1

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

2

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

3

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

4

Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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