Sit on the machines seat and place the restraint pads across your thighs. Place your toes and the balls of your feet on the foot rest.
1. Lower or stretch your heels as far below the level of your toes as possible.
2. Raise your heels upward as high as you can under resistance on your toes.
3. Lower to starting position and begin next repetition.
Notes: This exercise places primary emphasis on the soleus.