Strength exercise

Tempo Standing Calf Raise

How to do it

Set up in a standing calf raise machine.
Raise up onto your toes with a 2-second concentric.
Hold the top position for 1-2 seconds.
Slowly lower your heels over 3-4 seconds.
Pause at the bottom stretched position for 1-2 seconds.
The prescribed tempo increases time under tension for calf growth.

Muscles worked

CalvesMuscles located at the back of the lower leg, responsible for plantar flexion of the foot. All Calves exercises

GastrocnemiusSuperficial calf muscle responsible for plantar flexion and knee flexion.

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Type: Strength
Equipment: Calf Raise Machine
Primary muscles: Calves, Gastrocnemius
Measured in: Reps and weight