Breathing
Exhale as the target muscle shortens against resistance and inhale during the controlled return. Keep breathing steadily throughout the set.
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Strength movement using Machine.
1 / 2Muscle guide
The stronger highlight marks the main muscle associated with this movement. The lighter highlight marks supporting muscles.
Movement instructions
Adjust the seat so that your legs are only slightly bent in the start position. The balls of your feet should be firmly on the platform.
Select an appropriate weight, and grasp the handles. This will be your starting position.
Straighten the legs by extending the knees, just barely lifting the weight from the stack. Your ankle should be fully flexed, toes pointing up. Execute the movement by pressing downward through the balls of your feet as far as possible.
After a brief pause, reverse the motion and repeat.
Technique guidance
Exhale as the target muscle shortens against resistance and inhale during the controlled return. Keep breathing steadily throughout the set.
General guidance matched from movement type and equipment; it is not individualized coaching or medical advice.
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