Single Leg Bent Knee Calf Raise

May 15, 2024

Single leg bent knee calf raise works the calf muscles, but in particular, the soleus.

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Teaching Points:

  • Bent knee heel raise (or seated calf raise with target load 1 to 1.5 x bodyweight) – 3 to 4 x (6 to 8 reps)
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