Walking Calf Raises
Sculpt strong calves with every step! Walking Calf Raises build definition and endurance, no equipment needed.
The Walking Calf Raises mainly works the calves / shins, with help from the hamstrings and glutes & hips. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
Walking Calf Raises Muscles Worked
Primary
Upper Calf (gastrocnemius)
Secondary
Lower Calf (soleus); Hamstrings; Glutes (gluteus maximus)
Walking Calf Raises Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Walking Calf Raises
Stand upright with your feet hip-width apart.
Step forward with one foot and press through the ball of that foot, raising your heel off the ground to perform a calf raise.
As you accentuate the peak contraction in your calf muscles, maintain your balance and control.
Lower your raised heel back to the ground as you step forward with the opposite foot.
Again, press through the ball of the foot, lifting the heel off the ground to perform a calf raise on the other leg.
Continue to alternate between each leg as you 'walk' forward, focusing on the contraction of the calf muscles with each step.
Keep the movement smooth and controlled, with a slight pause at the top of each calf raise to maximize muscle activation.
Perform the desired number of repetitions or for a set distance.
Safety Tips: Move in a controlled manner to prevent loss of balance. Ensure you have sufficient space to walk forward without obstacles. If necessary, perform the exercise near a wall or rail for extra support.
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Walking Calf Raises FAQs
What muscles does the Walking Calf Raises work?
The Walking Calf Raises mainly works the calves / shins, with help from the hamstrings and glutes & hips. The main muscles are the gastrocnemius.
What equipment do you need for the Walking Calf Raises?
None. The Walking Calf Raises is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
What workout day should the Walking Calf Raises go on?
It belongs on leg day in a push/pull/legs routine.
What are some Walking Calf Raises variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Ankle Plantar Flexion, Bodyweight Calf Raises, Calf Clap Raise and Calf Raise with Arm Internal & External Rotation.
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