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EXERCISE

Gastrocnemius Machine Intermediate

Donkey Calf Raise

Calf raise variation emphasizing the gastrocnemius.

TYPE Isolation

CATEGORY Calves

LEVEL Intermediate

PRIMARY MUSCLE Gastrocnemius

SECONDARY MUSCLES Soleus

EQUIPMENT Machine

MOVEMENT TYPE Isolation

EXECUTION

How to perform.

Perform plantarflexion with the torso positioned forward and the heels moving through a controlled range.