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Lever Lying Calf Leg Raise Curl

The Lever Lying Calf Leg Raise Curl mainly works the calves / shins. You'll need: seated calf raise machine.

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Required Equipment

Seated Calf Raise Machine
Seated Calf Raise Machine

Lever Lying Calf Leg Raise Curl Muscles Worked

Primary

Lower Calf (soleus)

Secondary

Upper Calf (gastrocnemius)

How to do the Lever Lying Calf Leg Raise Curl

  1. Sit on the seated calf raise machine and place the balls of your feet on the edge of the platform with your heels hanging off.

  2. Position the padded lever across your lower thighs just above your knees and secure it with the safety latch.

  3. Release the safety and lower your heels as far as possible to get a deep stretch in your calves.

  4. Push through the balls of your feet to raise your heels as high as you can while exhaling.

  5. Hold the top contraction briefly before slowly lowering your heels back to the starting position.

Lever Lying Calf Leg Raise Curl FAQs

What muscles does the Lever Lying Calf Leg Raise Curl work?

The Lever Lying Calf Leg Raise Curl mainly works the calves / shins. The main muscles are the soleus.

What equipment do you need for the Lever Lying Calf Leg Raise Curl?

Seated calf raise machine.

What workout day should the Lever Lying Calf Leg Raise Curl go on?

It belongs on leg day in a push/pull/legs routine.

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