You can make the exercise harder by holding dumbells in both hands while performing calf raise.
Calf raise can be executed with both legs or one leg at a time.
Balance may become a difficulty with free-standing calf raises, especially with one-legged variations. Due to this, it is common to hang on to something or lean the hand against a wall for stability.
Standing calf raises are executed on a raised surface with the heel lower than the toes to allow a greater stretch on the working muscles. The exercise is performed by raising the heel as far as possible.
They are also performed using Smith machines or using machines specially designed for calf raises with padded anchors for the weight that rest on the shoulders or knees.
Special care must be taken by people having or have had ankle injuries.
Do not lean on the support when taking one to balance the body.
Do not jerk the body, keep the movements slow and fluid.
