Exercise library
Calves
Leg Press Calf Raise
- Primary muscle
- Calves
- Equipment
- Machine
- Movement pattern
- Calf
- Role in a program
- Accessory
How to do it
Sit in the leg press with the balls of your feet at the bottom edge of the platform and legs nearly straight. Press the platform away by extending the ankles, then lower into a deep calf stretch.
Video demo coming soon.
Similar & swap-friendly exercises
Missing the equipment, or does this one aggravate something today? These also train the calves — pick a substitute that feels strong and pain-free. For an actual injury, get it assessed by a professional.
- Donkey Calf RaiseMachineCalf
- Seated Calf RaiseMachineCalf
- Smith Machine Calf RaiseMachineCalf
- Standing Calf RaiseMachineCalf
- Band Seated Calf RaiseBandCalf
- Band Standing Calf RaiseBandCalf
No-equipment alternatives
Training at home or on the road — bodyweight options for the calves: