Exercise
Running in Place
Also known as: jogging in place, stationary jog, spot jogging
Running in Place is a compound exercise for the calves. Main target: medial gastrocnemius and lateral gastrocnemius. Also works: soleus, rectus femoris, vastus lateralis, biceps femoris and gluteus maximus. No equipment needed — just your bodyweight.
Muscles worked
How to do it
- Stand with your feet hip-width apart, arms bent and relaxed.
- Jog in place at an easy pace, lifting your feet just off the floor and swinging your arms naturally.
- Land softly on the balls of your feet and breathe evenly.
- Speed up slightly toward the end of the set time if you feel ready.
Similar exercises
Jumping Jacks
Bodyweight
Medial gastrocnemiusLateral gastrocnemius
Knee Circles
Bodyweight
Medial gastrocnemiusLateral gastrocnemius
Calf Stretch Hands Against Wall
Bodyweight
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Ankle Circles
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Calf Stretch Elbows Against Wall
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Seated Calf Stretch
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Alternatives with other equipment
Standing Calf Raises
Machine
Medial gastrocnemiusLateral gastrocnemius
Rope Jumping
Other
Medial gastrocnemiusLateral gastrocnemius
Standing Dumbbell Calf Raise
Dumbbell
Medial gastrocnemiusLateral gastrocnemius
Calf Raises - With Bands
Bands
Medial gastrocnemiusLateral gastrocnemius
Calves-SMR
Foam roll
Medial gastrocnemiusLateral gastrocnemius
Rocking Standing Calf Raise
Barbell
Medial gastrocnemiusLateral gastrocnemius
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