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Standing Calf Raise (Barbell)

The barbell standing calf raise targets the calf muscles. By standing with a barbell on the shoulders and raising the heels, it enhances calf strength and muscle definition.

Primary Muscle Group
Type of Weight

Legs

Barbell

1. Setup: Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a barbell across your upper back and shoulders.
2. Grip: Grasp the barbell with an overhand grip, hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
3. Starting Position: Engage your core, keep your back straight, and stand upright.
4. Execution: Raise your heels off the ground by extending your ankles, standing on your toes.
5. Return: Slowly lower your heels back to the ground. Repeat for the desired number of reps.

Diagram of the muscles activated:

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