{"id":5866,"date":"2021-07-21T15:15:58","date_gmt":"2021-07-21T20:15:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/physiodynamik.com\/?p=5866"},"modified":"2021-07-21T15:15:58","modified_gmt":"2021-07-21T20:15:58","slug":"heel-raise-a-super-exercise","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/physiodynamik.com\/en\/heel-raise-a-super-exercise\/","title":{"rendered":"Heel Raise: A Super Exercise"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The heel raise is a lower body movement that primarily targets muscles of the calf, including the gastrocnemius and soleus. This movement is highly functional and develops lower body strength and endurance. The heel raise is a great exercise to include in\u00a0achilles\u00a0tendon or lower body rehab, and can be easily adapted to suit a variety of levels.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Due to the variability in anatomical differences, mobility restrictions, and muscle flexibility, this exercise may look different from person to person. This is why it is important to use this resource as a general guide. However, a physiotherapist will be able to ensure the exercise is properly and safely executed. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Starting Position:<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>This exercise can be performed in different positions: sitting, standing on the floor, or standing on a step.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Sitting: Bend your knees to 90\u00b0, with the feet placed firmly on the ground.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Standing on the floor: Position yourself close to a wall or solid furniture for balance (as needed).<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Standing on a step: Place the front halves of your feet on a stair<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> or step.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Position your feet about hip width apart and pointing straight forward.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Action:<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Initiate the movement by pressing the toes down into the ground, contracting your calf muscles, and lifting your heels upwards. Ensure there is consistent pressure through your big toe. Once you reach the top of your movement, slowly lower the heels back towards the ground. If performing this on a step, lower the heels past the level of the step to allow greater range of motion, based on what you are able to tolerate.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Common Mistakes to Avoid:<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Pushing the ankles outwards when reaching the top of the movement.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Letting your heels collapse or rotate towards the middle while lowering back down.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Repetitions:<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Based on your individual goals, the parameters for this exercise can vary significantly. The number of sets, repetitions, and tempo are among a number of variables that can be modified in order to optimize your programming. Whether you are returning from injury, looking to get stronger, or improving your sport performance, speak to your physiotherapist to establish your training goals.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Fig 1. Start position<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5909\" src=\"https:\/\/physiodynamik.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/IMG_1233-450x600.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"279\" height=\"372\" data-wp-pid=\"5909\" data-pin-nopin=\"nopin\" srcset=\"https:\/\/physiodynamik.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/IMG_1233-450x600.jpg 450w, https:\/\/physiodynamik.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/IMG_1233-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/physiodynamik.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/IMG_1233-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/physiodynamik.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/IMG_1233-1200x1600.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/physiodynamik.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/IMG_1233-600x800.jpg 600w, https:\/\/physiodynamik.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/IMG_1233-rotated.jpg 1224w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 279px) 100vw, 279px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Fig 2. End position<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5907\" src=\"https:\/\/physiodynamik.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/IMG_1232-450x600.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"279\" height=\"372\" data-wp-pid=\"5907\" data-pin-nopin=\"nopin\" srcset=\"https:\/\/physiodynamik.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/IMG_1232-450x600.jpg 450w, https:\/\/physiodynamik.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/IMG_1232-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/physiodynamik.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/IMG_1232-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/physiodynamik.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/IMG_1232-1200x1600.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/physiodynamik.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/IMG_1232-600x800.jpg 600w, https:\/\/physiodynamik.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/IMG_1232-rotated.jpg 1224w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 279px) 100vw, 279px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Modifications and Progressions:<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Please refer to your physiotherapist if you are unsure of any aspect of the exercise or are unable to successfully perform the exercise.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Movement can be performed at different feet spacing.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Before progressing to a single leg, you may transition to the eccentric single-leg version<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">While on 2 feet, raise your heels to the top position.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Once at the top, lift 1 leg off the stair or ground and maintain it in a suspended position.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Now, on a single leg, lower back down.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">At the bottom, place your suspended foot back onto the stair to restart the movement.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Options to increase difficulty of the exercise:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"o\" data-font=\"Courier New\" data-listid=\"2\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Perform on a single leg.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"o\" data-font=\"Courier New\" data-listid=\"2\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Perform with feet on an unstable surface (bosu ball, pillow, etc).<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"o\" data-font=\"Courier New\" data-listid=\"2\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"2\">Hold on to 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