Calf Raises

5/8/2006 12:00:00 AM | General

Muscles Used	Soleus, Gastrocnemius, Plantaris
Movement Classification	Push
Modality Choices	Machine, Body Weight
Starting Position	Balls of feet on the platform, heels lower than toes.
Description	Lift heels as high as possible and then return to the stretched bottom position.
Spotting	Be prepared to assist at the movement arm of the machine.
Points To Emphasize	1. Be sure to go through a full range of motion for each repetition. 2. Do not lock your knees while performing this exercise.