Calf Raise with Toes In

Body region

• Legs

Muscles

Main

• Gastrocnemius
• Soleus

Helps

• Tibialis Posterior
• Flexor Hallucis Longus

Holds

• Gluteus Medius
• Fibularis Longus

Technique

1. Stand with feet hip-width apart and turn the toes slightly inward.
2. Rise onto the balls of the feet as high as possible.
3. Pause, then lower slowly until the heels are near the floor.

Cues

• Turn the toes only slightly; the knees should not twist.
• Keep the movement slow and smooth.

Common mistakes

• Forcing a sharp toe-in angle that strains the knees.
• Bouncing at the bottom.

Alternatives

• Calf Raise with Toes Out
• Standing Calf Raise