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barbell floor calf raise

Animated demonstration of barbell floor calf raise

How to do this exercise

  1. Step:1 Place a barbell on the floor in front of you.
  2. Step:2 Stand with the balls of your feet on the edge of the barbell, with your heels hanging off.
  3. Step:3 Hold onto a stable object for balance if needed.
  4. Step:4 Raise your heels as high as possible, using your calves to lift your body.
  5. Step:5 Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your heels back down to the starting position.
  6. Step:6 Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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