Exercise Library

Seated Calf Raise

Machine
Main Focus
calves

Suggested Sets & Reps

4 sets of 12-15 reps

Form Tips

Key cues for perfect form

  • Full stretch at bottom, squeeze at top
  • Control the movement

Pro Tip: Focus on mind-muscle connection. Slow, controlled reps beat fast, sloppy ones every time.

Muscle Activation

Which muscles this movement targets

Front muscle view

Front

Back muscle view

Back

calves

Common Mistakes

Avoid these to prevent injury and maximize gains

1Using too much weight
2Rushing the movement
3Incomplete range of motion
4Not controlling the negative