Calves · Band · Intermediate

How to do Band Single Leg Reverse Calf Raise

The band single leg reverse calf raise is a lower leg exercise that targets the calves, with secondary emphasis on the hamstrings and glutes. It uses a resistance band and requires balance and control as you raise your heel off the ground on one leg.

Band Single Leg Reverse Calf Raise demonstration
Primary muscle
Calves
Also works
Hamstrings and Glutes
Equipment
Band
Level
Intermediate
Category
Legs

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

  1. Stand with your feet hip-width apart and place the band around the ball of your foot.
  2. Hold onto a stable object for balance.
  3. Slowly raise your 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 heel back down to the starting position.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch to the other leg.

Muscles worked

Band Single Leg Reverse Calf Raise works your calves as the main mover, with help from your hamstrings and glutes.

Track Band Single Leg Reverse Calf Raise in SPLYT

Band Single Leg Reverse 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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