Standing Barbell Raise

This exercise is best performed on a solid platform, ideally 4 inches high. However persons with poor balance should begin this exercise, with both feet on the floor.

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Wrap a towel or if available a foam protector around the center of the barbell, which you will need to lift and place behind your neck, aim if possible to have somebody assist you with this lift and recovery of the barbell. If you feel uncomfortable with this position, you may wish to try with the barbell, either behind your buttocks, or at waist height.

With the balls of your feet placed on the edge of the raised platform, smoothly raise your heels from the floor, up to a tiptoe position, holding in the upper phase for a few seconds, prior to returning down under control.