Classification
Type | auxiliary |
Mechanics | isolated |
Direction | push |
Equipment | barbell |
Additional Equipment | - |
Instructions
Preparation
Grasp barbell with wide overhand grip and place it on shoulders. Stand upright with knees slightly flexed.Execution
Extend ankles to raise heels as high as possible. Return, donīt put heels on floor, repeat.Variations / Comments
-![Barbell Calf Press, Standing | Starting Position Barbell Calf Press, Standing Starting Position](/data/exercisefiles/42/1042.jpg)
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![Barbell Calf Press, Standing | Ending Position Barbell Calf Press, Standing Ending Position](/data/exercisefiles/43/1043.jpg)
Muscles
Target | Gastrocnemius |
Synergist | Soleus |
Stabilizers | Trapezius, Upper | Trapezius, Middle | Erector Spinae | Abdominis |
![Barbell Calf Press, Standing | Muscles Front Barbell Calf Press, Standing Muscles Front](/data/musclemaps/79/579.jpg)
Front
![Barbell Calf Press, Standing | Muscles Rear Barbell Calf Press, Standing Muscles Rear](/data/musclemaps/80/580.jpg)
Rear
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