Legs

Calf raise

Strength · Standing

How to do it

Stand holding the desk if needed. Rise onto the balls of both feet, pause, then lower slowly.

Dose

12 reps

What you should feel

Your calves working and your blood moving

Common mistake

Bouncing at the top.

Make it easier

Hold the desk and do fewer.

Avoid this movement if

You have an Achilles flare or cannot balance safely.

Why DeskBreak uses it

Calf raises pump the lower legs, which have been still under the desk, and add a little strength work.

Stop this movement if it causes sharp or worsening pain, numbness, weakness or dizziness.