Category Archives: Legs

Calf presses – Toes outward

 

Benefits:

Isolated calf training with secondary quadriceps involvement for strength and hypertrophy.

Movement:

Brace Spine by drawing your lower abdomen in. Maintaining proper posture, start movement by pressing toes forward, toes pointing out, and fully extending the knee and ankle. Check alignment and positioning and repeat press. It is important not to let your back arch at any time during the movement. Keep feet squarely on the pedals to maintain stability.

BW jump squats

 

Benefits:

Integrated total-body sagittal plane power production with emphasis on the legs.

Movement:

Squat down slightly and jump into the air. Bring arms back to sides during landing. Land softly in a controlled manner on the reactive point of your feet maintaining control of entire body. Hold the landing and repeat.