Barbell standing leg calf raise
The barbell standing leg calf raise is an exercise that targets the calf muscles, particularly the gastrocnemius and soleus. It involves standing with a barbell on your shoulders and raising your heels to engage the calves.
At a glance
- Area
- Lower legs
- Main muscle
- Calves
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Level
- Intermediate
Form tips
- Keep your core engaged to maintain balance.
- Do not lock your knees; keep a slight bend.
- Raise your heels as high as possible for full calf contraction.
- Lower your heels slowly to maximize muscle engagement.
What to watch out for
- Achilles tendonitis
- Plantar fasciitis
- Severe ankle instability
- Recent lower leg injury
Also known as
Sollevamento polpacci in piedi con bilanciere, standing barbell calf raise, standing calf raise with barbell, calf raise with barbell