Exercise ball on the wall calf raise (tennis ball between knees)
The exercise ball on the wall calf raise with a tennis ball between the knees is a lower leg exercise that targets the calves. By placing a tennis ball between the knees and pressing an exercise ball against the wall with your back, you add an element of balance and stability to the traditional calf raise.
At a glance
- Area
- Lower legs
- Main muscle
- Calves
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Level
- Intermediate
Form tips
- Keep your core engaged to maintain balance.
- Press the tennis ball firmly between your knees to activate inner thigh muscles.
- Perform the movement slowly to maximize muscle engagement.
What to watch out for
- Ankle injuries
- Knee injuries
- Balance disorders
Also known as
Sollevamento dei polpacci con palla da ginnastica al muro (palla da tennis tra le ginocchia), calf raise, exercise ball calf raise, wall calf raise, tennis ball calf raise