Donkey Calf Raise
Muscle Groups: Calves
Donkey Calf Raise focuses on Calves, with Abs working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Donkey Calf Raise with proper form and technique.
- 1
Stand with the balls of your feet on a step or box, allowing your heels to hang off the edge.
- 2
Bend forward at your hips and place your hands on a bench for support.
- 3
Slowly lower your heels towards the floor, feeling a stretch in your calves.
- 4
Push through the balls of your feet to raise your heels as high as possible, contracting your calves.
- 5
Lower your heels back down to the starting position to complete one repetition.
Secondary Muscles
While Donkey Calf Raise primarily targets Calves , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Abs . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Donkey Calf Raise, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Donkey Calf Raise, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
