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Donkey calf raise

Beginner

Donkey calf raise is a isolation bodyweight exercise for the calves, also working the hamstrings and glutes.

What it works

Primary muscle

Calves

Also works

HamstringsGlutes

Equipment
Bodyweight
Movement
Legs
Type
Isolation
Logged as
Reps
Suggested rest
1 min

How to do it

  1. 1Stand with your toes on an elevated surface, such as a step or block.
  2. 2Place your hands on a stable support, such as a wall or railing, for balance.
  3. 3Raise your heels as high as possible, lifting your body weight onto the balls of your feet.
  4. 4Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your heels back down to the starting position.
  5. 5Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

What to do instead

  • Weighted donkey calf raiseWeight plate
  • Dumbbell seated one leg calf raiseDumbbell
  • Dumbbell seated one leg calf raise - hammer gripDumbbell
  • Cable standing calf raiseCable
  • Lever donkey calf raiseMachine
  • One leg donkey calf raiseBodyweight

Harder variations

  • One leg donkey calf raiseBodyweight
  • Band single leg calf raiseResistance band
  • Band single leg reverse calf raiseResistance band
  • Barbell standing calf raiseBarbell
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