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barbell floor calf raise
Target

calves

Equipment

barbell

barbell floor calf raise

lower legs

How to Perform the barbell floor calf raise

1

Place a barbell on the floor in front of you.

2

Stand with the balls of your feet on the edge of the barbell, with your heels hanging off.

3

Hold onto a stable object for balance if needed.

4

Raise your heels as high as possible, using your calves to lift your body.

5

Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your heels back down to the starting position.

6

Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Secondary Muscles

hamstrings