Barbell Seated Calf Raise

Calves

Barbell Seated Calf Raise

LevelBeginner EquipmentBarbell MechanicIsolation ForcePush

A seated calf raise with a barbell across your thighs that targets the lower calf muscles.

Strength

Primary musclesCalves

Energy burned

≈ 20 kcalFor 3 × 8–12, rest 90s · ≈ 3.5 kcal/min

Estimate range 15–25 kcal (±25 %)

Muscle mass worked7 %

Effort during a set5.5 MET

Your lean mass53.5 kgBody fat estimated from BMI and age

Estimate ±25 %: muscles worked (from the exercise data), sets, reps, rest and your body. See the planner for whole sessions.

Setup

1Sit on a bench with your toes on a block or plate and heels hanging off.
2Rest a padded barbell across your lower thighs and hold it in place.

How to perform

1Press through the balls of your feet to lift your heels as high as possible.
2Pause and squeeze your calves at the top.
3Lower your heels slowly below the level of your toes.
4Repeat for the target repetitions.