Seated calf raise
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Muscles worked
- High load
- Calves · Soleus
Primary muscles
How to do it
Sit with the balls of the feet on the platform and the pad tight across the lower thighs; the bent knee biases the soleus. Lower the heels for a full stretch, then press up onto the toes and pause briefly. Do not bounce out of the stretch — control both directions and keep the reps deliberate.
Form cues
- Bent knee biases the soleus
- Do not bounce out of the stretch
Safety
Talk to a professional before this exercise if you have any of the following:
Ankle
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.