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How to do a bodyweight calf raises

Lower bodyBodyweightBeginner

Rise up onto your toes and back down — simple, direct work for your calves that you can do anywhere.

How to do it

  1. 1Stand tall, feet hip-width
  2. 2Push up onto the balls of your feet
  3. 3Lower slowly, all the way down

Muscles worked

Calves
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