Equipmentweighted
Difficultyintermediate
calveslower legs
Weighted Donkey Calf Raise
The weighted donkey calf raise is a calf-focused exercise performed on a raised platform, where the lifter raises and lowers their heels while holding additional weight. This movement targets the calves and also engages the hamstrings and glutes as secondary muscles.
Step-by-Step Form & Technique
- 1.Stand on a raised platform with your toes on the edge and your heels hanging off.
- 2.Hold onto a stable object for support.
- 3.Raise your heels as high as possible by extending your ankles.
- 4.Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your heels back down to the starting position.
- 5.Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Secondary Muscles
hamstringsglutes
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