Stability Ball on the Wall Calf Raise
The dumbbell calf raise with a stability ball between the upper back and a wall, which keeps the rise straight up.
How to do it
Setup
Ball between the wall and the upper back, feet a small step out, dumbbells at the sides.
Steps
- Rise onto the toes, the ball rolling a little up the wall.
- Pause at the top, back resting on the ball.
- Lower the heels, the ball still pinned.
Common mistakes
Feet too far out: the ball slides away; a small step is enough. Shoving back into the ball: it only guides. Weight on the little toes: press through the whole forefoot.
Breathing
Exhale rising, inhale lowering.
