You can use the same squat press machine that you we're already on (adjust weight if needed- I like to go a little bit lighter for these) Start with your feet flat, press through the balls of your feet to elevate your heels. Go slow & controlled, especially on the return motion. Use mind muscle connection to really squeeze your calves the whole time!
*Modification: you can do this standing with dumbbells, or an actual standing calf press machine
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SEATED ROW (4x12)
Sit up tall with a flat back / engaged core & and pull your elbows back toward your hipbones pinching your shoulder blades together & squeezing your back muscles the whole time. Slowly return to starting position.
Weight Recommendations:
Beginner: 10-15lbs plates on each side
Intermediate: 20-... -
SQUAT PRESS (4x12)
Find a weight that challenges you, but allows you to keep proper form. Engage your core, slowly drop into a squat, keeping your core engaged & push through your heels. Make sure not to fully lock out your legs.
Beginner: Dumbbell squats or bodyweight-10lbs plates on the machine
Intermediate: 25...
