Lever Donkey Calf Raise

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Instructions Preparation Position lower back and hips under padded lever. Place forearms on supports. Position toes and balls of feet on calf block with arches and heels extending off. Straighten knees. Execution Raise heels by extending ankles as high as possible. Lower heels by bending ankles until calves are stretched. Repeat. Comments Position lever just below lowest range of motion. Keep knees straight throughout exercise or bend knees slightly only during stretch. Quadriceps serve as a Synergists muscle if knees are bent slightly during stretch.

Classification  Utility: Basic  Mechanics: Isolated  Force: Push Muscles Target Gastrocnemius Synergists Soleus Stabilizers No significant stabilizers