Seated calf raise

A seated machine calf raise with bent knees that targets the deeper calf muscle (soleus).

• Muscle group: Legs
• Equipment: Machine
• Difficulty: Beginner

Also known as: Machine seated calf raise, Siddende tåhævninger, Siddende lægløft

How to do it

1. Sit with the balls of your feet on the platform and the pad resting on your lower thighs.
2. Release the safety and lower your heels slowly for a full stretch.
3. Push up onto your toes as high as you can, pause, and lower again.

Common mistakes

• Bouncing at the bottom instead of pausing.
• Cutting the range short with a load that is too heavy.

Alternatives

• Calf raise
• Single-leg calf raise

Watch a video demonstration on YouTube

“How To Do A Seated Calf Raise” by PureGym (opens YouTube)

Used in the programmes

• Upper / lower hypertrophy 4-day4 days a week

General technique guidance, not individual advice. Stop if something hurts and talk to a professional about injuries.