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one leg donkey calf raise

one leg donkey calf raise is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.

Steps

Step 1

Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, toes pointing forward.

Step 2

Place your hands on a stable surface for support, such as a wall or a bar.

Step 3

Lift one leg off the ground, keeping your knee slightly bent.

Step 4

Raise your heel as high as possible, using your calf muscles.

Step 5

Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your heel back down.

Muscles & body parts

Primary muscles

calves

Secondary muscles

hamstringsglutes

Primary body parts

calves

Common mistakes & warnings

Form & control

Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.

Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.

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