lever seated calf raise
lever seated calf raise is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1
Adjust the seat height so that your knees are slightly bent and your feet are flat on the footplate.
Step 2
Place your toes on the footplate with your heels hanging off the edge.
Step 3
Grasp the handles or the sides of the seat for stability.
Step 4
Push through the balls of your feet to raise your heels as high as possible.
Step 5
Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your heels back down to the starting position.
Muscles & body parts
Primary muscles
Secondary muscles
Primary body parts
Common mistakes & warnings
Form & control
Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.
Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.
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