Barbell Seated Calf Raise

Exercise Details

Body Part

Lower Legs

Equipment

Barbell

Target Muscle

Calves

1

Sit on a bench with your feet flat on the floor and a barbell resting on your thighs.

2

Place the balls of your feet on a raised platform, such as a block or step.

3

Position the barbell across your thighs and hold it securely with your hands.

4

Keeping your back straight and your core engaged, lift your heels off the ground by extending your ankles.

5

Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your heels back down to the starting position.

6

Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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