How to do it
Brace your core throughout the set to stabilize your torso.
- 1
Sit on the leg press machine and place the balls of your feet on the lower portion of the platform.
- 2
Press up to lift the weight, keeping your knees slightly bent.
- 3
Lower the weight by bending at the ankles and allowing your calves to stretch.
- 4
Push through the balls of your feet to extend your ankles and lift the weight.
- 5
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Keep your knees slightly bent to avoid locking them out and to maintain tension on the calves throughout the exercise.
Common mistakes
- ✕Placing feet too high on the platform
- ✕Bouncing at the bottom of each rep
- ✕Partial range of motion at the ankles