Calf Raise With Barbell, Seated
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muscles: | Calves |
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required: | Barbell or EZ Bar, Dumbbells (2) or Kettlebells (2) |
optional: | Step |
fitness level: | Easy |
exercise type: | Strength |
Variations available (4) |
Starting Position
- grasp a barbell or another aid named above
- sit on a chair
- bend the legs to 90 degrees and open the legs hip width
- place the barbell behind your knees on the thighs and keep on holding it
- the back is straightened
Correct Execution
- now lift your heels as much as you can
- do not let the weight roll away
- hold the final position for a moment
- afterwards, come back into the starting position without the heels touching the ground
- repeat the exercise
tip for the workout
- you can put a shelf under the balls of the feet to increase the range of motion