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Seated Barbell Calf Raise

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Muscles worked

High load
Calves · Soleus

Primary muscles

How to do it

Sit on a bench with your knees bent about 90 degrees and the balls of your feet on a stable, low box. Hold a barbell across your lower thighs so it cannot roll. Raise your heels as high as you can, then lower them slowly below the edge of the box.

Form cues

  • Keep your knees bent.
  • Raise your heels without bouncing.
  • Lower under control.

Safety

Talk to a professional before this exercise if you have any of the following:

HipKneeAnkle

This is general exercise reference, not medical advice. Stop and consult a qualified professional if an exercise causes pain, and never work through joint pain.