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Barbell Seated Calf Raise

Barbell Seated Calf Raise: step-by-step technique, the muscles it works and a demo clip. Equipment: barbell.

Technique demo: Barbell Seated Calf Raise
Video and illustrations: Gym visual, licensed to AIron.Coach.
  • Equipmentbarbell
  • Body partlower legs
Primary muscles
calves, hamstrings
Secondary muscles
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How to do it

  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. Lower your heels as far as possible, feeling a stretch in your calves.
  4. Raise your heels as high as possible, contracting your calves.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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