Calves · Band · Intermediate

How to do Band Single Leg Calf Raise

The band single leg calf raise is a lower leg exercise that targets the calves using a resistance band. It also engages the ankles and feet, helping to improve strength and stability in the lower leg. The movement is performed one leg at a time, which increases the balance and coordination required.

Band Single Leg Calf Raise demonstration
Primary muscle
Calves
Also works
Ankles and Feet
Equipment
Band
Level
Intermediate
Category
Legs

How to do Band Single Leg Calf Raise, step by step

  1. Stand with your feet hip-width apart and place the band around the ball of your left foot.
  2. Hold onto a stable object for balance if needed.
  3. Slowly raise your left heel off the ground, lifting your body weight onto the ball of your foot.
  4. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your left heel back down to the starting position.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch to the right leg.

Muscles worked

Band Single Leg Calf Raise works your calves as the main mover, with help from your ankles and feet.

Track Band Single Leg Calf Raise in SPLYT

Band Single Leg Calf Raise is already in SPLYT’s exercise library. Log your sets, reps and weight on iPhone or Apple Watch, with last time’s weights already filled in.

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