Barbell Seated Calf Raise

Form sequence

1. 01 · block

   Place a block about 12 inches in front of a flat bench.

2. 02 · seat

   Sit on the bench and place the ball of your feet on the block.

3. 03 · bar placement

   Have someone place a barbell over your upper thighs about 3 inches above your knees and hold it there. This will be your starting position.

4. 04 · raise · Key step

   Raise up on your toes as high as possible as you squeeze the calves and as you breathe out.

5. 05 · lower

   After a second contraction, slowly go back to the starting position. Tip: To get maximum benefit stretch your calves as far as you can.

6. 06 · repeat

   Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.