Plantar Flexion Strengthening Seated With a Dumbbell on the Thigh

Description

Sit on a chair. Place a dumbbell vertically against your thigh, near your knee. Lift your heel, keeping your weight only on your toes. Slowly lower your heel to the ground, then repeat the movement. If you have access to a dedicated weight machine or a leg extension machine, you can also perform this exercise to target the specific muscles.

Settings

Equipment

Leg Curl

Positions

Seated

Muscle groups

Plantar flexors