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How to do Banded Calf Raise

Primary muscle: Calves

CalvesBeginnerResistance bandIsolation
Banded Calf Raise start and end positionBanded Calf Raise start and end position

Step-by-step

  1. Step on the middle of the band with the front of both feet and gather the ends in your palms.
  2. Hold the band ends at shoulder height; in this position the band should be slightly taut.
  3. Keep your torso upright and your knees slightly bent.
  4. Drive through the balls of your feet to raise your heels as high as possible.
  5. Squeeze for 1 second at the top, then slowly lower your heels to the ground.

Coaching tip

Keep the band under tension even at the very top; squeeze your calves at the highest point you can lift your heels to.

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