Place your toes and balls of your feet on the lower portion of the platform with your heels extending off of it, this is your starting position.
Slowly raise your heels as high as possible by pushing off the balls of your feet, ensuring that your knees remain straight throughout the movement.
Hold the peak position for a moment, contracting your calf muscles.
Then, slowly lower your heels back to the starting position, feeling a stretch in your calf muscles. Repeat the exercise for your desired number of repetitions.
Pro Tip
Full Range of Motion: To get the most out of this exercise, ensure that you're using a full range of motion. Lower your heels as far as you can towards the floor to stretch your calves, then push up onto your toes as high as possible. Avoid the common mistake of not fully extending or stretching your calves, which can limit the effectiveness of the exercise. Slow and Controlled Movements: Avoid bouncing or using momentum to lift your body. This common mistake not only reduces the effectiveness of the exercise, but it can also lead to injuries. Instead, perform the movements in