Exercise Comparison
Barbell Seated Calf Raise vs Standing Soleus And Achilles Stretch
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Muscle Analysis
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Instructions
Barbell Seated Calf Raise
Place a block about 12 inches in front of a flat bench.
Sit on the bench and place the ball of your feet on the block.
Have someone place a barbell over your upper thighs about 3 inches above your knees and hold it there. This will be your starting position.
Raise up on your toes as high as possible as you squeeze the calves and as you breathe out.
After a second contraction, slowly go back to the starting position. Tip: To get maximum benefit stretch your calves as far as you can.
Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.
Standing Soleus And Achilles Stretch
Stand with your feet hip-distance apart, one foot slightly in front of the other.
Bend both knees, keeping your back heel on the floor. Switch sides.
Verdict
Both exercises target the calves. Barbell Seated Calf Raise is a beginner exercise using barbell, while Standing Soleus And Achilles Stretch is beginner and uses none. Choose Barbell Seated Calf Raise if you have access to barbell, or Standing Soleus And Achilles Stretch if you prefer none.