Calf Press on Leg Press: how to do it and form tips
A calf raise performed at the bottom of a leg press machine with just the balls of the feet on the platform. Allows heavy loading with natural ankle mechanics.
Form tips
Use only the balls of your feet on the lower edge of the platform.
Press to full plantar flexion and lower to full dorsiflexion for range.
Keep a slight bend in the knees to target the gastrocnemius preferentially.
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