Lever Seated Squat Calf Raise on Leg Press Machine
Gym Exercise Card
Equipment
This exercise involves performing a calf raise using a leg press machine. It focuses on strengthening the calf muscles by isolating them during the movement. The seated position provides stability and allows for controlled motion.
How to do it
- Sit on the leg press machine with feet flat against the platform and shoulders supported.
- Adjust the seat so knees are slightly bent at the start position.
- Keep the heels off the platform and push through the balls of the feet to extend the ankles.
- Pause briefly at the top, then slowly lower to the start position.
- Repeat for desired reps, ensuring controlled movements.
Muscles worked
Primary Gastrocnemius
Secondary Soleus
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