Calves exercise · leverage machine
Lever Standing Calf Raise
The lever standing calf raise is a leverage machine exercise that targets the calves, with the soleus and ankle stabilizers assisting.
- Target muscle
- Calves
- Also works
- Soleus, ankle stabilizers
- Equipment
- Leverage machine
- Body part
- Lower legs
How to do the lever standing calf raise
- Adjust the machine to your height and stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- Place your shoulders under the pads and hold onto the handles for stability.
- Raise your heels as high as possible by extending your ankles.
- Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your heels back down to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Sets and reps
For muscle growth, 3–4 sets of 8–12 reps with 60–90 seconds of rest is a proven starting point. For strength, use a heavier weight for 3–5 sets of 3–6 reps and rest 2–3 minutes. Add a little weight once you hit the top of your rep range on every set.
Muscles worked
The main muscle is the calves. The soleus and ankle stabilizers work as secondary muscles. See all calf exercises or every machine exercise.
