Classification
Type | auxiliary |
Mechanics | isolated |
Direction | push |
Equipment | barbell |
Additional Equipment | flat bench |
Instructions
Preparation
Sit on flat bench, grasp barbell to sides with overhand grip and place it (optionally padded) on lower thighs.Execution
Extend ankles to raise heels as high as possible. Return, donīt put heels on floor, repeat.Variations / Comments
-![Barbell Calf Press, Seated | Starting Position Barbell Calf Press, Seated Starting Position](/data/exercisefiles/38/1038.jpg)
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![Barbell Calf Press, Seated | Ending Position Barbell Calf Press, Seated Ending Position](/data/exercisefiles/39/1039.jpg)
Muscles
Target | Soleus |
Synergist | Gastrocnemius |
Stabilizers | - |
![Barbell Calf Press, Seated | Muscles Front Barbell Calf Press, Seated Muscles Front](/data/musclemaps/77/577.jpg)
Front
![Barbell Calf Press, Seated | Muscles Rear Barbell Calf Press, Seated Muscles Rear](/data/musclemaps/78/578.jpg)
Rear
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