Instructions
Preparation
- Attach two ankle cuffs to low pulley attachment. With cuffs on both ankles lie prone on flat bench with knees just beyond edge of bench. Grip under side or base of bench for support.
Execution
- Raise ankles to gluteus by flexing knees. Lower ankles until knees are straight. Repeat.
Comments
- Keep torso on bench to reduce hyperextension of lower back. Dorsal flexion of ankle reduces active insufficiency of Gastrocnemius allowing it to assist in knee flexion.
Classification
Utility: Basic Mechanics: Isolated Force: Pull