Barbell Standing Rocking Leg Calf Raise
This exercise uses a simple rocking motion to strengthen the calves.
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Muscle groups
- Legs
- Primary muscles
- Calves
How to perform this exercise
- Stand with a bar across your shoulders.
- With your feet flat on the floor, lift your feet up and forward as if you are performing a calf raise.
- Then “rock” back onto your ankles so your toes are flexed and off the floor.
- Return to starting position.
Use a controlled range of motion and a load you can manage. Stop if a movement causes pain. Ask a qualified coach for help with unfamiliar exercises.
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