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lever standing calf raise

lever standing calf raise exercise guide with muscles, equipment, animation and step-by-step instructions. Target: calves. Equipment: leverage machine.

lever standing calf raise exercise demonstration
Target muscle
calves
Muscle group
soleus
Body part
lower legs
Equipment
leverage machine

Secondary muscles

soleus, ankle stabilizers

How to perform

  1. Adjust the machine to your height and stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.
  2. Place your shoulders under the pads and hold onto the handles for stability.
  3. Raise your heels as high as possible by extending your ankles.
  4. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your heels back down to the starting position.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.