How to Do
How to Do Leg Press Calf Raise
Each Leg Press Calf Raise should begin with a good posture to avoid injury. Brace the spine by drawing your lower abdomen inward. Your core muscles should be activated to support your posture as you perform the exercise.
If any pain is experienced, immediately stop this Leg Press Calf Raise.
Beginning
Beginning Leg Press Calf Raise
Sit in the chair of the machine with your chest high, and shoulders back.
Line your feet up evenly, with a slight bend in the knees.
Movement
Leg Press Calf Raise Movement
1. Maintaining body posture, extend the balls of your feet/toes slowly while breathing out.
2. Inhale as you return to the starting position.
3. Re-adjust the alignment of the feet as needed while performing.
Benefits
Leg Press Calf Raise Benefits
Isolates and strengthens the muscle primarily responsible for extending the foot.
Exercise Aliases
Machine Leg Press, How To Do Machine Calf Extensions, Calf Press, Calf Exercises.
