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Bodyweight calf raise: how to do it
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Hip-width, hold a support lightly
Starting position
Stand with both feet hip-width apart on the floor and lightly hold a support for balance.
The movement
Raise your heels as high as you can, pause on your toes, then lower them slowly to the floor.
Most common mistake
Don't bounce up and down, move with control and keep your ankles straight.
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