Calf Raise Machine

Pro Tip

To increase the effectiveness of this exercise, lower yourself down slowly during each rep.

How To

  1. Sit on the machine with your hands on the handles and the front of your feet on the footrests so that only the balls of your feet and toes are in contact with them.
  2. Exhale and press through the balls of your feet and toes to raise your legs and the machine up.
  3. Continue until you cannot bring your feet up any further.
  4. Inhale and lower your feet, returning to the starting position.

Primary Muscle Groups

Calves

A group of muscles on the back of your lower leg that spans from your heel to your knee.

Secondary Muscle Groups

This exercises doesn't have any secondary muscle groups

Equipment

Calf Raise Machine

This machine can help you improve distance running performance.

Variations

Exercises that target the same primary muscle groups and require the same equipment.

Calf Raise Machine

Alternatives

Exercises that target the same primary muscle groups with different equipment

Dumbbell Calf Raise
Smith Machine Calf Raise
Band Calf Raise
Leg Press Calf Raise
Stepmill
Chair Calf Raise