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Seated Calf Raise Machine

Seated machine calf raise emphasizing controlled lower-leg strength.

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Seated Calf Raise Machine demonstration

Exercise overview

Training details

Calves

Equipment

Calf Raise Machine

Sets × reps

3 × 20

Rest

1 min

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Sit in the machine with the balls of the feet on the platform and knees under the pad.
  2. 02Release the safety and let the heels lower into a calf stretch.
  3. 03Press through the balls of the feet to raise the heels.
  4. 04Pause at the top while the ankles stay aligned over the toes.
  5. 05Lower slowly back into the stretch without bouncing.

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