Exercise technique

lever standing calf raise

The lever standing calf raise is a strength exercise performed on a leverage machine, targeting the calves. It involves raising and lowering the heels while standing, using resistance provided by the machine.

How do you perform this exercise?

  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.

Which other muscles are involved?

Soleus, Ankle stabilizers.

Which programs include it?

How do you log your sets?

How do you track progressive overload?

Source: ExerciseDB catalogue and demonstration. Related movements are options to compare, not equivalent loads or a prescribed progression.

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