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Chair Supported Calf Raise
Learn how to perform Chair Supported Calf Raise, a Legs exercise, with setup, breathing and common mistakes.
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STEP 1
Setup
Stand on both feet with your hands resting lightly on a stable chair back. Keep your knees comfortably straight and your torso upright.
STEP 2
Start phase
Press through the fronts of your feet to raise both heels together.
STEP 3
End phase
Maintain your balance as you lower your heels slowly. Avoid putting too much weight onto the chair.
STEP 4
Target muscles
Lift your heels with your calves. Use the chair for balance.
STEP 5
Common mistakes
Avoid rolling your ankles outward or bouncing your body up and down.
STEP 6
Breathing
Exhale as you raise your heels and inhale as you lower.
STEP 7
Coach tip
Focus on controlling your ankles with bodyweight. Pause briefly at the top before lowering.
