Share
Alternating seated machine calf raises
Calves
Workout Steps
- Steps 1
While being seated, exhale and slowly raise one heel and pause at the top for a second
- Steps 2
Inhale and lower your heel
- Steps 3
Return to the starting position
- Steps 4
Repeat with the other leg for the next rep and keep alternating
- Steps 5
Repeat for the desired number of reps.
Preparation
The Alternating seated machine calf raises work the gastrocnemius and soleus muscles. Seated calf raises put more emphasis on the soleus muscle. Sit on the bench Set your thighs under the thigh pads of the machine.