Calves · Isolation

Leg Press Calf Raise

A calf raise on the leg press that allows heavy, stable loading.

MAIN MUSCLE
Calves
ALSO WORKS
Soleus
EQUIPMENT
Leg press machine
LEVEL
Beginner
REPS
12-20
TEMPO
2-2-1
THE FIGURE FROM THE APPWORKING MUSCLE

HOW TO DO IT

  1. Sit in the leg press with the balls of the feet on the bottom edge of the platform.

  2. Extend the knees but do not release the safeties if your machine requires them.

  3. Let the platform push the toes back into a stretch.

  4. Press through the balls of the feet to extend the ankles fully.

COMMON MISTAKES

  • Bouncing at the bottom; pause in the stretch for a second.
  • Rolling to the outside of the foot; press through the big toe.

TIPS

  • Use a full range: deep stretch at the bottom, high squeeze at the top.

QUESTIONS

Which muscles does Leg Press Calf Raise work?

The main muscle is Calves. It also works Soleus.

How many reps should I do?

FORGE suggests 12-20 reps for Leg Press Calf Raise. The app adjusts sets and reps to your goal and level.

What can I do instead of Leg Press Calf Raise?

These train the same muscles: Standing Calf Raise, Seated Calf Raise, Single-Leg Dumbbell Calf Raise.