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Barbell Calf Raise

  • Beginner
  • Barbell
  • Calves

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Setup instructions

1) Stand tall with a slight bend in the knees. Keep the chest up, core and glutes tight.

2) Hold the bar with a wide overhand grip and place it behind your neck - elbows face down and out.

Perform instructions

1) Slowly lift your heels up - press into the middle of your feet.

2) Pause for a second at the top.

3) Lower into the starting position.

4) Repeat.

Anatomy