Box Two-Leg Eccentric Calf Raise
Build calf strength with controlled, elevated heel drops. Maximize muscle stretch and growth via eccentric movement.
The Box Two-Leg Eccentric Calf Raise mainly works the calves / shins. You'll need: box or weight plates.
Required Equipment
Box Two-Leg Eccentric Calf Raise Muscles Worked
Primary
Upper Calf (gastrocnemius); Lower Calf (soleus)
Box Two-Leg Eccentric Calf Raise Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Box Two-Leg Eccentric Calf Raise
Stand on an elevated platform with your heels hanging off the edge.
If adding resistance, hold weights comfortably in your hands at your sides.
Position yourself securely with a straight posture. Feet should be hip-width apart and parallel.
Press through the balls of your feet to raise your heels as high as you can off the platform, squeezing your calf muscles at the top of the movement.
Pause for a moment in the lifted position, maintaining control and balance.
Slowly lower your heels back down below the level of the platform to get a full stretch in the calf muscles.
Repeat the movement for the desired number of repetitions and sets.
Keep your movements controlled throughout the exercise, focusing on the muscle contraction and stretch, without using momentum or bouncing.
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Box Two-Leg Eccentric Calf Raise FAQs
What muscles does the Box Two-Leg Eccentric Calf Raise work?
The Box Two-Leg Eccentric Calf Raise mainly works the calves / shins. The main muscles are the gastrocnemius and soleus.
What equipment do you need for the Box Two-Leg Eccentric Calf Raise?
Box or weight plates.
What workout day should the Box Two-Leg Eccentric Calf Raise go on?
It belongs on leg day in a push/pull/legs routine.
What are some Box Two-Leg Eccentric Calf Raise variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Ankle Plantar Flexion, Band Two-Leg Calf Raise, Barbell Standing Deficit Bent-Knee Calf Raise and Barbell Floor Calf Raise.
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