In this instructional video tutorial I will show you how to do a Seated Calf Raise exercise without a Machine using Plates or Dumbbells. This exercise is performed when training Calves as part of a Leg workout routine. It’s a top exercise to help you build big calves.
Primary Muscles: Calves (Soleus)
Secondary Muscles: Calves (Gastrocnemius)
Type: Isolation
The Seated Calf Raise is a great accompaniment to any Straight Leg Calf Raises. This exercise really hits the Soleus hard and is very effective with high reps.
Position yourself on a Bench in the seated position with your feet resting on a step or raised surface (Power Rack frame is ideal).
Load up your knees with your weight of choice using either Plates or Dumbbells.
Perform the raise, with a suitable tempo, squeezing the calves on the top part of the lift.
Return to start to complete the rep.
This video forms part of my Exercise Tutorials area on my site:
http://www.homephysique.com/exercises.html
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