Position your toes forward and ensure your heels are extending off the platform with the balls of your feet securing your balance.
Push the lever up by extending your hips and knees until your torso is standing erect. The knees should be kept with a slight bend; never locked. This will be your starting position.
Raise your heels as you exhale by extending your ankles as high as possible while maintaining your balance and keeping your knees with a slight bend at all times.
Slowly lower your heels by bending your ankles until your calves are stretched, inhale during this movement. Repeat this process for the recommended amount of repetitions.
Pro Tip
**Controlled Motion**: Raise your heels by extending your ankles as high as possible while maintaining balance, then slowly lower your heels back down to a position slightly below the calf block. Avoid bouncing or using momentum to lift your body - this can lead to injury and reduces the effectiveness of the exercise. The motion should be slow, controlled, and deliberate. **Keep Your Knees Straight**: Your legs should be straight but not locked. Keeping your knees slightly bent can help prevent strain or injury, but bending them too much can shift the focus away from the calves. **Full Range of Motion**: To get the most out