Standing Calf Raise

The Standing Calf raise exercise works on building strong calf muscles which play an essential role in balance. Start by standing with feet flat on the ground hip-width apart, Next, raising up onto the ball of your feet, using a rail for balance. Control the descent phase by slowly lowering back to the ground. To start off, try for 8-10 reps for 2-3 sets.

Caitee Cox is an Accredited Exercise Physiologist at   Aspire Fitness & Rehabilitation located in Woolloongabba, Brisbane.   For further information about exercise, arthritis and you or to book in to see Caitee for an individualised program contact Aspire Fitness & Rehabilitation (07) 3310 4969.