Standing Calf Raise With Machine
Targets the calf muscles in a controlled and stable environment
LegsIntermediateStrengthPush
At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: gastrocnemius, soleus. Secondary: tibialis anterior |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Legs |
| Difficulty | Intermediate |
| Type | Strength · Push |
| Sets & reps | 5 sets × 20 reps |
| Estimated calories burned | ~20 kcal |
How to do it
- Step 1: Stand on the platform of a calf raise machine
- Step 2: Adjust the machine to fit your body, with your shoulders under the pads
- Step 3: Slowly raise up onto your tiptoes, keeping your knees straight
- Step 4: Hold for a brief moment at the top, then slowly lower back down
- Step 5: Focus on using your calf muscles to control the movement, avoiding momentum
- Step 6: Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, focusing on proper form
Equipment
- Calf raise machine optional
Coaching tips
Benefits
Targets the calf muscles in a controlled and stable environment
Common mistakes
Not adjusting the machine to fit your body
Make it harder
Increase the weight or use a slower tempo
Make it easier
Decrease the weight or use a shorter range of motion
Breathing
Exhale on raising, inhale on lowering
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