Standing Bent Knee Calf Raise with a Chair Support Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Gastrocnemius
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Calves
- Primary Muscle
- Gastrocnemius
- Secondary Muscles
- Soleus
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- beginner
- Estimated Calories
- 3.5
- Alternate Names
- Chair-Assisted Calf Raise
How to: Standing Bent Knee Calf Raise with a Chair Support
- Stand behind a chair, holding onto the back for support.
- With your feet shoulder-width apart, slowly raise your heels off the ground.
- Pause for a moment at the top of the movement.
- Lower your heels back down slowly.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Locking the knees while raising.
- Rushing through the movement without control.
Modifications
- Use a lower chair for added stability.
- Perform with a wider stance for improved balance.
Tips
- Maintain a straight back while performing the exercise.
- Focus on a full range of motion for better calf engagement.
Standing Bent Knee Calf Raise with a Chair Support Alternatives
Tags
calves
strength
bodyweight
beginner
rehabilitation
balance