Exercise technique

exercise ball on the wall calf raise (tennis ball between knees)

This exercise targets the calves by performing a calf raise while standing against a wall with an exercise ball supporting the lower back and a tennis ball held between the knees. Dumbbells are held for added resistance, and the movement requires balance and coordination.

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How do you perform this exercise?

  1. Stand with your back against a wall and place an exercise ball between your lower back and the wall.
  2. Position your feet shoulder-width apart and slightly in front of you.
  3. Hold a dumbbell in each hand, with your arms extended by your sides.
  4. Place a tennis ball between your knees.
  5. Raise your heels off the ground, lifting your body up onto your toes.
  6. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your heels back down to the starting position.
  7. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Which other muscles are involved?

Quadriceps, Hamstrings.

How do you log your sets?

How do you track progressive overload?

Source: ExerciseDB catalogue and demonstration. Related movements are options to compare, not equivalent loads or a prescribed progression.

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