Arms and calves · New to it
Leg Press Calf Raise
Pressing the leg press platform with only your toes, a heavy, steady calf exercise.
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- Works
- calves
- Kit
- Machine
- Dose
- 12 to 15 reps
It goes into the workout in progress at the Bench, as a new group in its main set.
Set up
Sit in the leg press with the balls of your feet on the bottom edge of the platform and your legs nearly straight. Keep the safeties on.
While you move
- Legs straight but soft
- Heels drop for a stretch
- Press through the big toe
- Pause at the top
Avoid
- Bending the knees to help
- Feet slipping off the edge
- Bouncing
Take care if you have trouble with your ankles.