Leg Press Calf Raise Exercise Guide

Introduction.

The Leg Press Calf Raise is a lower body exercise that primarily targets the calves. This is an isolation exercise which is well suited to beginner lifters.

Alternatives.

• Single-leg calf raise
• Smith machine calf raise

Technique.

• In a leg press machine, extend your legs until they are straight, then shuffle your feet down so that your heels are hanging off the bottom of the platform.
• Press on the platform using your calves and raise your heels as high as possible.
• Slowly lower back down until your heels are below the platform and your calves are fully stretched and then repeat.

Leg Muscle Diagram.