Skip to content
Exercisesstrength

Barbell Seated Calf Raise

Start by sitting on a bench with a barbell resting on your knees. Your feet should be flat on the ground, about hip-width apart. Place your hands on the barbell for support, and lift your heels off the ground. Hold this position for a moment, then slowly lower your heels back to the ground.

Category

strength

Difficulty

beginner

Equipment

barbell

Primary muscle

calves

Muscles

Muscles worked

calves
Equipment

Setup

barbell
Common questions

Good to know.

What muscles does the Barbell Seated Calf Raise work?

The Barbell Seated Calf Raise works calves.

What equipment do you need for the Barbell Seated Calf Raise?

You need barbell.

Is the Barbell Seated Calf Raise good for beginners?

Yes. It is a beginner move. Start light and keep the form clean.

How do I add the Barbell Seated Calf Raise to a workout?

Ask your coach in the Phorme app. It builds the sets, the reps, and the weight around what you have been lifting.

The training app built by coaches

Open Phorme. Know what to do next.

Training, nutrition, recovery, and coaching. One system. One next step.