Legs

Standing Calf Raise

The standing calf raise is used to exercise the gastrocnemius muscle of the calf which has an inner and outer head, and is attached above the knee. The gastrocnemius muscle tends to be predominately fast twitch in fiber composition and responds best with heavier loads and lower repetitions. While some people point their toes inward and outward to work the different heads of the muscle, I prefer to vary the width of the stance. By keeping the stance narrow and pressing the weight primarily through the big toes, you can prioritize the inner head of the calf and likewise, by using a wide stance and prioritize using the outer toes, emphasis can be placed on the outer head of the muscle.


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