Standing Calf Raise: how to do it and form tips

A fundamental calf builder performed with a barbell or on a raise platform. Targets the gastrocnemius for size and power.

Form tips

1. Stand on the edge of a step or plate for full range of motion.
2. Rise all the way up onto your toes and lower slowly below parallel.
3. Keep your knees straight to maximize gastrocnemius activation.

Track Standing Calf Raise in Lyfta AI

Free to start. Pro has a 7-day free trial. iPhone only for now.

Lyfta AI tells you what weight to lift next on exercises like this one, based on your last sessions.

All exercises · Famous training programs

General fitness information, not medical advice. Check with a qualified professional before starting a new program or if you have an injury. Lyfta AI · Privacy · Terms