How to Do
How to Do Prisoner Squat With Calf Raise
The prisoner squat with calf raise should begin with good posture to avoid injury. Brace the spine by drawing your lower abdomen inward. Your core muscles should be activated to support your posture as you perform the exercise.
If any pain is experienced, immediately stop the prisoner squatting with calf raise.
Beginning
Beginning Prisoner Squat With Calf Raise
Squat down, keeping your knees bent and your feet straight.
Movement
Prisoner Squat With Calf Raise Movement
1. Keep your chest up, contract your glutes, and press through your heels to return to the starting position at the hips and knees.
2. Perform a calf raise by rising onto your toes.
3. Lower yourself back to the starting position and repeat.
Benefits
Prisoner Squat With Calf Raise Benefits
The Prisoner Squat is a glute, quad, and hamstring strengthening exercise.