One Leg Donkey Calf Raise demonstration
Equipmentbody weight
Difficultyintermediate
calveslower legs

One Leg Donkey Calf Raise

The one leg donkey calf raise is a bodyweight exercise targeting the calves, performed by raising the heel of one foot while the other leg is lifted, often using a wall or bar for balance.

Step-by-Step Form & Technique

  1. 1.Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, toes pointing forward.
  2. 2.Place your hands on a stable surface for support, such as a wall or a bar.
  3. 3.Lift one leg off the ground, keeping your knee slightly bent.
  4. 4.Raise your heel as high as possible, using your calf muscles.
  5. 5.Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your heel back down.
  6. 6.Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch legs.

Secondary Muscles

hamstringsglutes

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