Standing Calf Raise
Coached by JustinAlso called: Standing Calf Raises
- Primary
- calves
- Equipment
- machine
- Mechanic
- isolation
- Force
- push
- Category
- strength
Pre-fatigue — opens leg day.
Execution
Three to four sets of 15–20. Full stretch at the bottom, a hard squeeze and pause at the top. Knee stays straight to keep the gastroc under load. These aren't PR sets.
The cue that matters
Squeeze — don't bounce. Your goal is to contract the calf, not bounce up more weight.
Common mistake
Loading heavy and bouncing through a short range on the Achilles; the calf only grows from the stretch and the squeeze.
Power Bodybuilding Bro Split — Day 5 (Legs).