How to Do
How to Do Machine Calf Raises
Each exercise should begin with 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 exercise.
Beginning
Beginning Machine Calf Raises
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
Machine 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
Machine Calf Raise Benefits
Isolates and strengthens the muscles primarily responsible for extending the foot.
Exercise Aliases
Calf Press On The Leg Press Machine, Leg Press Exercises, Leg Press Machine Exercises, Calf Press Exercises, Calf Presses.
