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Calf Press on Leg-Press Machine

Calf Press on Leg-Press Machine: start and finish positions
Start and finish positions. Photographs by BoneArc.

How to do it

Keep the knees steady as the heels lower under control and the forefeet press the platform away through full ankle plantarflexion.

Body region
Ankle and foot
Position
Equipment
Equipment
Leg Press Machine
Recovery phase
Mid recovery
Purpose
Strengthening

Used in home programs for

  • Ankle and Foot Pain / Rehabilitation

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