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Standing calf raise

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How to

  1. 1

    Stand on the edge of a step or on the floor, holding a wall.

  2. 2

    Rise up onto your toes as high as you can.

  3. 3

    Hold for a second at the top.

  4. 4

    Lower your heels slowly; on a step, go below step level.

Tips

Slow lowering does more than fast reps.

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