Exercise ball on the wall calf raise (tennis ball between ankles)

Exercise ball on the wall calf raise (tennis ball between ankles)

Difficulty

Intermediate

Category

Strength

Target Muscle

Calves

Secondary Muscles

hamstrings, quadriceps

Equipment

Dumbbell, exercise ball, tennis ball

Body Part

Lower legs

This exercise targets the calves by performing a calf raise while holding a dumbbell in each hand, using an exercise ball for back support against the wall, and squeezing a tennis ball between the ankles to increase activation and control.

This exercise targets the calves by performing a calf raise while holding a dumbbell in each hand, using an exercise ball for back support against the wall, and squeezing a tennis ball between the ankles to increase activation and control.

This exercise targets the calves by performing a calf raise while holding a dumbbell in each hand, using an exercise ball for back support against the wall, and squeezing a tennis ball between the ankles to increase activation and control.

How to Do the Exercise ball on the wall calf raise (tennis ball between ankles)

How to Do the Exercise ball on the wall calf raise (tennis ball between ankles)

How to Do the Exercise ball on the wall calf raise (tennis ball between ankles)

Stand facing a wall with your feet shoulder-width apart. Place an exercise ball between the wall and your lower back. Hold a dumbbell in each hand, with your arms extended by your sides. Place a tennis ball between your ankles. Raise your heels off the ground, lifting your body up onto your toes. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your heels back down to the starting position. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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