Swiss Ball Calf Raise - calf strengthening exercise

Exercise Overview

Swiss Ball Calf Raise is a calf strengthening exercise that targets the plantarflexor muscles while adding a stability challenge through the Swiss ball. It can help improve ankle strength, lower-leg control, and functional push-off ability during walking and sports.

Muscles Involved

GastrocnemiusSoleusPlantarisTibialis posteriorPeroneus longusPeroneus brevis

Related Conditions

Calf weaknessAchilles tendinopathyAnkle instabilityPost-ankle sprain rehabilitationReduced push-off strength during gaitReturn-to-sport lower leg strengthening

Equipment Needed

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