Seated Calf Raise
Calves (soleus)
3Sets
12Reps
20 kg loadedLoad
Sets done
0 / 3 · 12 reps · 20 kg loaded
- 1
Sit with the pad on your thighs, balls of feet on the platform.
- 2
Lower your heels for a deep stretch.
- 3
Press up onto your toes as high as possible.
- 4
Pause at the top, then lower slowly.
- Form cues
- Deep stretch at the bottom
- Pause at the top
- Seated version targets the soleus — key for running
Plan B — equipment busy or missing?
Seated Dumbbell Calf Raise
Can be done on any bench/chair with dumbbells. Same 3 x 12 — adjust load so the final reps still leave 1-2 in reserve.