Single-Leg Barbell Calf Raise

Also known as: Single Leg Standing Calf Raise (Barbell), One-Leg Barbell Calf Raise

Single-Leg Barbell Calf Raise is a isolation strength exercise using barbell that trains the calves.

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Primary muscles: Calves

How to do it

1. Set a barbell across your upper back and stand with the ball of one foot on a low plate or block, the other foot lifted.
2. Brace your trunk and let the working heel drop toward the floor.
3. Press through the ball of the foot to rise as high as you can, keeping the knee straight but not locked.
4. Lower slowly, finish the set, then switch legs. Use a rack or Smith machine if balance limits the load.

Track it with MyoAmigo

MyoAmigo pre-fills every set of the Single-Leg Barbell Calf Raise from last time, charts your estimated 1RM trend so you can see strength move without testing a true max, and flags a stall with a concrete fix. It also credits this work toward your weekly Calves volume on the MyoMap heatmap. New to the movement? Start with picking a working weight and progressive overload.

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