Seated Calf Raise

Learn how to do Seated Calf Raise with proper form. Watch the 4K video, see which muscles are worked, and follow step-by-step instructions.

4K
MET 3 Calves Machine

Seated Calf Raise is a Machine exercise that primarily targets the Calves. It has a MET value of 3, meaning a 70kg person burns approximately 105 calories in a 30-minute session..

How to Do Seated Calf Raise

How to perform this exercise correctly 😎

1 - Sit down at the machine, properly placing your feet on the platforms and securing your knees.

2 - Release the safety lock.

Nice, you're in the starting position 👌

3 - Now, keeping this position, push only through your toes while squeezing your calves.

4 - While controlling the movement, return to the starting position.

Feel free to rewatch the video to fully understand the movement.
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Muscles Worked by Seated Calf Raise

Primary Calves

Equipment

  • Machine

Calories Burned Doing Seated Calf Raise

Calorie Calculator

MET 3
Estimated burn
105 calories

Calories = MET × weight (kg) × time (hours)

Quick Facts: Seated Calf Raise

Type
Machine exercise
Primary muscle
Calves
Secondary muscles
None
MET value
3
Calories (30 min, 70kg)
≈ 105 cal
Video quality
4K with male and female demonstrations

FAQ: Seated Calf Raise

What muscles does Seated Calf Raise work?

Seated Calf Raise primarily targets the Calves.

How do you do Seated Calf Raise correctly?

How to perform this exercise correctly 😎 1 - Sit down at the machine, properly placing your feet on the platforms and securing your knees. 2 - Release t

Is Seated Calf Raise good for beginners?

Seated Calf Raise has a MET value of 3, indicating a low intensity exercise suitable for beginners.

What equipment do you need for Seated Calf Raise?

Seated Calf Raise requires: Machine.

What are the benefits of Seated Calf Raise?

Seated Calf Raise strengthens the Calves.

What exercises are similar to Seated Calf Raise?

Similar exercises to Seated Calf Raise include Goblet Standing Calf Raise on Plates, Seated Dumbbell Calf Raise on Plates, Seated Leg Press Calf Raise, Calf Press on Leg Press.

Is Seated Calf Raise better than Goblet Standing Calf Raise on Plates?

Both Seated Calf Raise and Goblet Standing Calf Raise on Plates target the Calves. Choose based on your available equipment and training goals.

Alternative Exercises

Goblet Standing Calf Raise on Plates
MET 3.5

Goblet Standing Calf Raise on Plates

  • Dumbbells
  • Plates
Seated Dumbbell Calf Raise on Plates
MET 3

Seated Dumbbell Calf Raise on Plates

  • Dumbbells
  • Bench
  • Plates
Seated Leg Press Calf Raise
MET 3.5

Seated Leg Press Calf Raise

  • No equipment
Calf Press on Leg Press
MET 3.5

Calf Press on Leg Press

  • Machine
Calf Extension (Machine)
MET 3.5

Calf Extension (Machine)

  • Machine

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