10 Best Band Single Leg Reverse Calf Raise Alternatives for Home Training

Ranked Band Single Leg Reverse Calf Raise Alternatives

10 substitutes, ranked by how closely each one matches the Band Single Leg Reverse Calf Raise on movement pattern, muscles worked, equipment and body position. The higher the score, the less you change. Open "How to perform this exercise" on a card for the steps; every card title links to that exercise's own alternatives page.

1. Best match

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   1. Band Single Leg Calf Raise

   96% match

   • Calves
   • Band
   • Beginner
   • Isolation

   It uses the same equipment and still works the calves.

   How to perform this exercise

   1. Stand with your feet hip-width apart and place the band around the ball of your left foot.
   2. Hold onto a stable object for balance if needed.
   3. Slowly raise your left heel off the ground, lifting your body weight onto the ball of your foot.
   4. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your left heel back down to the starting position.
   5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch to the right leg.

   Sets and reps: 3 sets of 10 to 15 reps on each side.

   Why this matches

   • Movement: raise, the same as the Band Single Leg Reverse Calf Raise
   • Primary muscle: calves, the same as the Band Single Leg Reverse Calf Raise
   • Equipment: a band, the same as the Band Single Leg Reverse Calf Raise
   • Body position: standing, the same as the Band Single Leg Reverse Calf Raise
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   2. One Leg Donkey Calf Raise

   85% match

   • Calves
   • Bodyweight
   • Beginner
   • Isolation

   Use this when you have nothing to train with, because it works the calves with bodyweight alone.

   How to perform this exercise

   1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, toes pointing forward.
   2. Place your hands on a stable surface for support, such as a wall or a bar.
   3. Lift one leg off the ground, keeping your knee slightly bent.
   4. Raise your heel as high as possible, using your calf muscles.
   5. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your heel back down.
   6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch legs.

   Sets and reps: 3 sets of 8 to 12 reps on each side, and add reps before you add load.

   Why this matches

   • Movement: raise, the same as the Band Single Leg Reverse Calf Raise
   • Primary muscle: calves, the same as the Band Single Leg Reverse Calf Raise
   • Equipment: bodyweight only, not a band
   • Body position: standing, the same as the Band Single Leg Reverse Calf Raise
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   3. One Leg Floor Calf Raise

   84% match

   • Calves
   • Bodyweight
   • Beginner
   • Isolation

   How to perform this exercise

   1. Stand with your feet hip-width apart and place your hands on a wall or sturdy object for balance.
   2. Lift one foot off the ground and balance on the other foot.
   3. Slowly raise your heel off the ground, lifting your body up onto the ball of your foot.
   4. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your heel back down to the starting position.
   5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch legs and repeat.

   Sets and reps: 3 sets of 8 to 12 reps on each side, and add reps before you add load.

   Why this matches

   • Movement: raise, the same as the Band Single Leg Reverse Calf Raise
   • Primary muscle: calves, the same as the Band Single Leg Reverse Calf Raise
   • Equipment: bodyweight only, not a band
   • Body position: standing, the same as the Band Single Leg Reverse Calf Raise
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   4. Hack One Leg Calf Raise

   80% match

   • Calves
   • Machine
   • Intermediate
   • Isolation

   A good swap when you have a machine to work with, and it still works the calves.

   How to perform this exercise

   1. Adjust the sled machine to an appropriate weight.
   2. Stand on the sled machine with one foot, keeping the other foot off the ground.
   3. Hold onto the handles for stability.
   4. Raise your heel as high as possible, lifting your body up on the ball of your foot.
   5. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your heel back down to the starting position.
   6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
   7. Switch legs and repeat the exercise.

   Sets and reps: 3 sets of 10 to 15 reps on each side.

   Why this matches

   • Movement: raise, the same as the Band Single Leg Reverse Calf Raise
   • Primary muscle: calves, the same as the Band Single Leg Reverse Calf Raise
   • Equipment: a machine, not a band
   • Body position: standing, the same as the Band Single Leg Reverse Calf Raise
   • Balance: easier to stay steady on than the Band Single Leg Reverse Calf Raise
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   5. Smith One Leg Floor Calf Raise

   76% match

   • Calves
   • Smith-machine
   • Intermediate
   • Isolation

   A good swap when you have a Smith machine to work with, and it still works the calves.

   How to perform this exercise

   1. Position yourself on the floor under the smith machine bar, facing away from the machine.
   2. Place the balls of your feet on a raised surface, such as a weight plate or block.
   3. Position the smith machine bar across your lower legs, just above your ankles.
   4. Hold onto the bar with your hands for stability.
   5. Raise your heels off the ground by extending your ankles, lifting your body up.
   6. Pause at the top of the movement, then slowly lower your heels back down to the starting position.
   7. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

   Sets and reps: 3 sets of 10 to 15 reps on each side.

   Why this matches

   • Movement: raise, the same as the Band Single Leg Reverse Calf Raise
   • Primary muscle: calves, the same as the Band Single Leg Reverse Calf Raise
   • Equipment: a machine, not a band
   • Balance: easier to stay steady on than the Band Single Leg Reverse Calf Raise
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   6. Dumbbell Seated One Leg Calf Raise - Hammer Grip

   75% match

   • Calves
   • Dumbbell
   • Intermediate
   • Isolation

   A good swap when you have dumbbells to work with, and it still works the calves.

   How to perform this exercise

   1. Sit on a bench or chair with your feet flat on the ground and a dumbbell resting on your thighs.
   2. Place one foot on a raised surface, such as a step or block, with your heel hanging off the edge.
   3. Hold the dumbbell with a hammer grip, meaning your palms are facing each other and your fingers are wrapped around the handle.
   4. Keeping your core engaged and your back straight, slowly raise your heel as high as possible by pushing through the ball of your foot.
   5. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your heel back down to the starting position.
   6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch to the other leg.

   Sets and reps: 3 sets of 10 to 15 reps on each side.

   Why this matches

   • Movement: raise, the same as the Band Single Leg Reverse Calf Raise
   • Primary muscle: calves, the same as the Band Single Leg Reverse Calf Raise
   • Equipment: free weights, not a band
   • Body position: seated, not standing
   • Balance: easier to stay steady on than the Band Single Leg Reverse Calf Raise
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   7. Standing Calf Raise (On A Staircase)

   75% match

   • Calves
   • Bodyweight
   • Beginner
   • Isolation

   How to perform this exercise

   1. Stand on the edge of a step or a sturdy platform with your heels hanging off and your toes on the step.
   2. Hold onto a railing or wall for balance if needed.
   3. Slowly raise your heels as high as possible, lifting your body weight onto the balls of your feet.
   4. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your heels back down to the starting position.
   5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

   Sets and reps: 3 sets of 8 to 12 reps, and add reps before you add load.

   Why this matches

   • Movement: raise, the same as the Band Single Leg Reverse Calf Raise
   • Primary muscle: calves, the same as the Band Single Leg Reverse Calf Raise
   • Equipment: bodyweight only, not a band
   • Body position: standing, the same as the Band Single Leg Reverse Calf Raise
   • Balance: easier to stay steady on than the Band Single Leg Reverse Calf Raise
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   8. Standing Calves

   75% match

   • Calves
   • Bodyweight
   • Beginner
   • Isolation

   How to perform this exercise

   1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, toes pointing forward.
   2. Raise your heels off the ground as high as possible, standing on your toes.
   3. Hold the position for a moment, then slowly lower your heels back down to the starting position.
   4. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

   Sets and reps: 3 sets of 8 to 12 reps, and add reps before you add load.

   Why this matches

   • Primary muscle: calves, the same as the Band Single Leg Reverse Calf Raise
   • Equipment: bodyweight only, not a band
   • Body position: standing, the same as the Band Single Leg Reverse Calf Raise
   • Balance: easier to stay steady on than the Band Single Leg Reverse Calf Raise
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   9. Exercise Ball On The Wall Calf Raise

   74% match

   • Calves
   • Dumbbell
   • Beginner
   • Isolation

   How to perform this exercise

   1. Stand with your back against a wall and place an exercise ball between your lower back and the wall.
   2. Position your feet shoulder-width apart, with your toes pointing forward.
   3. Hold a dumbbell in each hand, with your arms extended by your sides.
   4. Raise your heels off the ground, lifting your body weight onto the balls of your feet.
   5. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your heels back down to the starting position.
   6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

   Sets and reps: 3 sets of 10 to 15 reps.

   Why this matches

   • Movement: raise, the same as the Band Single Leg Reverse Calf Raise
   • Primary muscle: calves, the same as the Band Single Leg Reverse Calf Raise
   • Equipment: free weights, not a band
   • Body position: standing, the same as the Band Single Leg Reverse Calf Raise
   • Balance: easier to stay steady on than the Band Single Leg Reverse Calf Raise
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    10. Barbell Standing Rocking Leg Calf Raise

    73% match

    • Calves
    • Barbell
    • Intermediate
    • Isolation

    How to perform this exercise

    1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a barbell across your upper back.
    2. Raise your heels off the ground as high as possible, balancing on the balls of your feet.
    3. Slowly lower your heels back down to the starting position.
    4. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

    Sets and reps: 3 sets of 10 to 15 reps on each side.

    Why this matches

    • Movement: raise, the same as the Band Single Leg Reverse Calf Raise
    • Primary muscle: calves, the same as the Band Single Leg Reverse Calf Raise
    • Equipment: free weights, not a band
    • Body position: standing, the same as the Band Single Leg Reverse Calf Raise