Help With Standing Calf Raises

[AmazingAJ]

I want to do dumbell standing calf raises,but my gym doesnt have a calf block. any ideas? just on the ground? can i use a 25 or 45lb plate?

 

[pyrobatt]

Yea you can use a plate but be carefull. Also can use the small steps if your good with balance although I have to use either the leg press or barbells cause I used to run and my calves are stronger than what I can grip

 

[oogaly_boogal]

Yeah i get under the smith machine for donkeys or standing raises. Youtube and you'll find a tutorial.

 

[benmayro]

i stand on the spotting platform of the incline bench

 

[ludbg]

i stand on the spotting platform of the incline bench

or platform of military press

 

[StangBanger]

I stand on the edge of my power rack

 

[AmazingAJ]

all interesting idead.i have a feeling i will fall off if im on a platform tho

 

[benmayro]

thats why you can balance yoursrlf by putting your hand on the bar

 

[AmazingAJ]

wait we put your hang on the bar? dont you have a dumbbell in each hand?

 

[benmayro]

i do single leg, so i only use obe dumbell, sure it sucks holding 90,s but it helps the grip strength too

 

[Young Gotti]

use the spotting flatform from a shoulder press.....i prefer using a barbell than dumbbell but whatever floats your boat