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Standing Calf Raise

 
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Standing Calf Raise With Bands start and finish positions

Set Up

Anchor: Door anchor at the bottom of the door.

Bands: Clip a handle to each end of the band.

Body position: Grip a handle in each hand and stand one to two feet from the door with your back to it. Bring your hands up to shoulder height. Back straight, head straight, stomach tight.

Movement

Raise your heels until you are as high on your toes as you can get.

Points To Remember

  1. Push through your big toe as your heels rise.
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