Extension and flexion of the feet while seated ► calf press

Individual work

The foot position is chosen so that only the balls of the feet rest on the footplate. In a slow and controlled movement, the weight is pushed away from the body with the tips of the feet and returned to the starting position. The movement takes place in the ankle joint.

Starting position:
- Feet bent at hip-width, only the balls of the feet on the footplate
- Knees slightly bent

Finishing position:
- Extend foot (plantar flexion)
- Lower back remains firmly in place.
- Ankle, knee joint and hip are in one line

Attention:
Utilise the entire range of motion (extend all the way down).

Variant:
Perform the exercise on one leg to avoid any muscular imbalance.

1 weight tower/machine ► leg press