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Lever Donkey Calf Raise

An exercise for the Lower Legs - correct movement demonstrated with detailed steps.

Body partLower Legs Target muscleCalves EquipmentLeverage Machine

Step by step

  1. Adjust the leverage machine to the appropriate height for your body.
  2. Position yourself facing the machine, with your toes on the foot platform and your heels hanging off the edge.
  3. Place your hands on the handles or the support bars for stability.
  4. Engage your calves and lift your heels as high as possible, using the balls of your feet.
  5. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your heels back down to the starting position.
  6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles worked

Calves (primary)HamstringsGlutes

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