Position toes and balls of feet on calf block with arches and heels extending off. Lean barbell against rack and raise from supports by extending knees and hips. Support barbell against verticals with both hands to sides. Execution Raise heels by extending ankles as high as possible. Lower heels by bending ankles until calves are stretched.
Comments Keep knees straight throughout exercise or bend knees slightly only during stretch.
Quadriceps serve as a Synergists muscle if knees are bent slightly during stretch.