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What It Is
Works the deeper calf muscle that's busiest when your knees are bent, helping with stairs, hills and steady ankles.
How to Do It
Set the knee pad to sit snugly on your lower thighs. Put the balls of your feet on the platform edge and release the safety lever. Raise your heels as high as you can, then lower them slowly for a deep stretch. Lock the lever before you stand up.
Skill Level
Beginner. One new pattern or machine to learn, with light loads and low risk.
Type
Strength. Builds muscle and strength with controlled, resisted movement.
Engagement
Bilateral. Each rep works both sides of the body at once.
