Seated Calf Raise Machine
a.k.a. Seated Calf Raises
Differentiation: Mechanics
This variation of a Calf Raise is unique. Here is how: you use a seated calf raise machine. The machine places your legs at approximately a 90 degree angle. This angle engages and strengthening your lower calves. The weight is also directly over your knees. This bar position places all of the pressure on your calves. Isolating this muscle increases the overall contraction and growth of your lower calf muscles.
Starting Position
To get into starting position, do this...
1) Locate a Seated Calf Raise Machine.
2) Load plates on the machine.
3) Adjust the seat height or knee brace, if needed.
4) Sit on the calf raise machine.
5) Your toes should be facing straight forward.
6) Grasp the handles and lift slightly, so you can release the safety bar.
7) Slip your legs under the knee brace, so it runs across the upper portion of your thighs. The knee brace should hold your thighs snugly.
8) Support your upper body by holding onto the two handles located on top of the knee brace.
Main Mechanics
Once in starting position, do this...
1) This is the starting position.
2) Inhale as you lower your heels as far as possible.
3) Now, exhale while reversing this movement by raising your heels
4) ...until your heels are raised as high as possible.
5) This is the ending position.
6) Hold this position for a count of one second.
7) Slowly lower the weight to the starting position.
8) Repeat reps for a full set.
Proper Form
Pay special attention to following proper form by...
Only your ankles should move in this exercise and nothing else.
Keep your toes pointed forward.
Gear Advice
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Tip
When you lower your heels, you should feel a deep stretch in the calves. When you raise the weight, you should feel a strong contraction in the calves only.