Band Calf Raise

Pro Tip

You can increase the role of your traps by performing the entire movement with your shoulders shrugged, holding the shrug for the duration of the set. You should still keep your arms fully extended by your side.

How To

  1. Stand upright with your feet shoulder-width apart over the middle of a band, with your arms fully extended by your side and each holding one end of the band.
  2. With your palms facing each other, exhale and raise yourself up by standing on your toes while continuing to keep your arms fully extended by your side.
  3. Continue to raise yourself on your toes until you are no longer able to do so.
  4. Inhale and lower yourself down until your feet are firmly planted on the ground, returning to the starting position.

Primary Muscle Groups

Calves

A group of muscles on the back of your lower leg that spans from your heel to your knee.

Secondary Muscle Groups

Inner Forearm

A group of muscles on the inside of your lower arm.

Lower Back

Center region of your back, spanning from the pelvis to just below the neck. However, parts of it are hidden beneath other muscles. The lower portion is the most visible.

Outer Forearm

A group of muscles on the outside and sides of your lower arm.

Upper Back

A significant portion of the upper region of your back. It is widest in the middle, forming a diamond shape that connects the middle of your back to both of your shoulder blades and the upper portion of your neck. It is comprised of three regions. Each region has a different function and is trained in different ways.

Equipment

Handle Band

These bands are usually the easiest to grip. If none are available, you can use a loop band instead.

Variations

Exercises that target the same primary muscle groups and require the same equipment.

Band Calf Raise

Alternatives

Exercises that target the same primary muscle groups with different equipment

Dumbbell Calf Raise
Calf Raise Machine
Smith Machine Calf Raise
Leg Press Calf Raise
Stepmill
Chair Calf Raise