Calf Raises - With Bands

Technique

How to perform Calf Raises - With Bands

1. Stand with the band secured under both forefeet and hold one handle in each hand.
2. Bring the handles beside your shoulders with palms forward and elbows bent outward, keeping the band lengths even.
3. Hold your hands and elbows in that position with your knees nearly straight.
4. Press through your forefeet to lift your heels while keeping your torso upright.
5. Pause briefly, then lower your heels slowly without pressing the handles overhead.

Programming relevance

Muscles involved

Primary targets: Gastrocnemius, Soleus.