Calf Strengthening Program

Ongoing, progressive loading to rebuild full calf strength and endurance.

Calf Strengthening Program exercise illustration

What it helps

Progressively rebuilds the calf strength that powers every push-off and step.

How to do it

  1. Continue heel-raise variations, adding resistance and repetitions over time.
  2. Include slow, controlled lowering.

Tips

  • Symmetry with the other side is the long-term goal.

Commonly done several times a week.

Where this appears in recovery

Calf Strengthening Program is part of 2 recovery programs, typically in the phase 4 stage. Each program shows how it fits alongside the other movements:

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These are general exercise guides, not a personal prescription. The repetitions and frequency shown are what's commonly used — your own surgeon or therapist may advise something different, and their guidance comes first.