Calves Exercises

Standing Barbell Calf Raise on Floor

Skill Level Beginner
Type Strength Training
Equipment Barbell
Body parts Calves

The standing barbell calf raise develops size and strength in the lower leg. Use of a weighted barbell creates increased resistance, resulting in targeted development of the calf muscles.

Instructions

Stand with feet about shoulder-width apart. Place a barbell across your upper back, pulling the bar down with an overhand grip while squeezing your shoulder blades together for stability.
Press onto the balls of your feet, lifting your heels off floor. Pause, lower heels back down to start position.

Trainer’s Tips

Be sure to squeeze the calves at the peak extension of the movement.

Advanced variations

Seated Calf Raise
Seated Dumbbell Toe Raise
Donkey Calf Raise
Seated Calf Raise
Standing Barbell Calf Raise on Floor
Single-Leg Standing Dumbbell Calf Raise