Straight leg calf raises are dynamic exercises that strengthen the calf muscles through upward extensions while keeping the legs straight.
Teaching points:
- Hang off a step and lower your heel toward the floor
- Rise up on your toes as far as you can keeping the movement in a comfortable range, and then lower back down
- Start Bodyweight, and gradually add load with dumbbells
- Perform 3 sets of 8-10 repetitions with a straight leg, using both legs through a comfortable range of motion