MOVEMENT GUIDE / MACHINE
Seated calf raise
Raise heels smoothly, pause and lower under control.
Target muscles
Gastrocnemius and soleus
Setup
Use balance support if needed and distribute pressure across the forefoot.
Perform the move
Raise heels smoothly, pause and lower under control. Return slowly to the starting position. Keep breathing and stop if the movement causes pain.
Why use it?
Build ankle strength for walking, running and stairs.
Common mistake
Bouncing
Alternative
Standing calf raise
Use the setup, movement, common mistake and easier option above. A selected external demonstration for this exact variation has not been added yet.
Exercise within a comfortable range. Stop if a movement causes pain.
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