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Calves · Intermediate

Lever Calf Press (plate loaded)

Plate-loaded lever calf press isolating controlled plantar flexion through the ankle.

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Exercise overview

Training details

Calves

Equipment

Weight Plate

Sets × reps

3 × 12

Rest

1 min

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Adjust the machine and place the balls of the feet securely on the platform with the heels free.
  2. 02Keep the knees softly unlocked and the hips and trunk supported.
  3. 03Press through the forefeet to raise the heels through a controlled range.
  4. 04Pause at the top without bouncing or changing the knee angle.
  5. 05Lower the heels slowly into a comfortable stretch and repeat.

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