Calf Press
Equipment: Lever
Primary muscle: General
Category: isolation
Movement: push
Lower
How to Perform Calf Press
The calf press is an isolation exercise that targets the calf muscles by using a leg press or similar machine to provide resistance through ankle plantar flexion. Performed with the balls of the feet placed on the edge of the platform, the movement involves pressing the weight away by extending the ankles and raising the heels, then lowering them under control to achieve a full stretch. This setup allows for heavier loading while maintaining stability, making the calf press effective for building calf strength and muscle size.