Calf Press Machine
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Technique
Sit in the leg press machine and place the balls of your feet on the bottom edge of the platform, legs extended. Push through the balls of your feet to press the platform away, extending your ankles. Squeeze your calves at full extension, then lower back down to a deep stretch. Keep your knees slightly bent but fixed throughout.
Steps
- Sit firmly against the back pad with your legs extended
- Place the balls of your feet on the bottom edge of the platform
- Keep your knees slightly bent and fixed
- Press the platform away by extending your ankles
- Squeeze your calves at full extension
- Lower your heels slowly into a deep calf stretch
Common mistakes
- Bending and straightening the knees during each repetition
- Placing the entire foot on the platform
- Bouncing out of the bottom stretch
- Allowing the ankles to roll inward or outward
Variations
- Single-leg calf press
- 45-degree leg press calf press
- Horizontal leg press calf press
- Wide-stance calf press
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What muscles does Calf Press Machine work?
Muscles: Calves.
What equipment do I need for Calf Press Machine?
Equipment: Machine.
Where can I do Calf Press Machine?
Location: Gym.
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