Seated calf raise

Let's consider another interesting implementation option calf raises. Unlike all sorts of other options, such as:

1. with a barbell,
2. in a similar machine,
3. in the press machine,
4. in the Gakk machine,

...this is the only variation of the exercise that is performed from a sitting position, and not standing.

In everything else, as well as execution technique, - exercise identically his analogues.

The main distinguishing feature is seated option is that it affects calf muscle more isolated, completely excluding the back, legs, shoulders, body swing and other elements of cheating.

Many beginners who have just come to bodybuilding underestimate and ignore this exercise - but in vain! At the right approach for training, raising your toes while sitting in a specialized exercise machine gives the calf muscles an effect "bundles". The muscles of the lower leg are visually divided into layers and are noticeably outlined when observed from a lateral perspective.

How to properly perform calf raises in a specialized exercise machine while sitting?

1. Take a comfortable sitting position in the machine.
2. Place your toes and the front of your foot on a specialized footrest of the exercise machine - it will allow you to significantly increase the range of motion.
3. The compensating pads of the exercise machine should rest against your front thighs.
4. Perform cyclic raises on your toes and corresponding lowerings to the original starting position.
5. The weight must be selected so that you can perform repetitions with effort in the amount of 15 - 30 times in one approach.
6. In between approaches, it is also necessary to walk on your toes to prevent the lower leg muscles from recovering, moving away and resting.