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Understanding your calf muscles is key to effective training! 🦵💪 The calf is made up of the gastrocnemius, soleus, and the smaller plantaris. While the gastrocnemius and soleus are the primary contributors to calf function, the plantaris plays a minimal role.

When performing exercises like standing calf raises, machine calf raises, or toe presses on a leg press, both the gastrocnemius and soleus are engaged effectively because the knees remain extended.

However, during seated calf raises, the gastrocnemius is in a position of active insufficiency, meaning it can’t generate enough tension. This shifts the workload primarily to the soleus.

🔑 If you can only do one exercise for your calves, prioritize a variation with straight legs to target both major muscles. For soleus bias, seated calf raises are a great addition. You can include both variations in your program!

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