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Barbell Seated Calf Raise

Calves
BarbellBeginnerPushIsolation
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Estimated starting range low
121.5–209.5 lb × 8–12 Typical for your bodyweight

How to do it

  1. 1Place a block about 12 inches in front of a flat bench.
  2. 2Sit on the bench and place the ball of your feet on the block.
  3. 3Have someone place a barbell over your upper thighs about 3 inches above your knees and hold it there. This will be your starting position.
  4. 4Raise up on your toes as high as possible as you squeeze the calves and as you breathe out.
  5. 5After a second contraction, slowly go back to the starting position. Tip: To get maximum benefit stretch your calves as far as you can.
  6. 6Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.

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