Typically, when someone moves from a corporate gym to a home gym, they lose the ability to do every single exercise (win some, lose some). Calf raises on a machine and other movements focused on the lower half are usually some of those exercises. Here is your chance to get some of that back! The SCB26 Power Lift Squat and Calf Platform from Body-Solid is an effective way to do calf raises and multiple types of squats with your heels raised.
Below are some more details:
- 18″ Long x 6.5″ High Calf Block: Wide enough for both feet and curved so you’ll have a full range of motion for calf raises.
- 26″ Squat Platform: Plenty of space to have both feet on for squats on the other side of the block. This also means that it takes up some precious floor space.
- Solid Steel + Textured Surface: The diamond plate helps make it a surface that you will not slip on. You can try barefoot, but you’ll probably want shoes.
- 2000 lb. capacity: This tool is heavy-duty. It weighs about 15 pounds and the two pieces fit nicely together. The entire piece is durable and stable. It does not shift or wobble when using. This is a product that should last many many years.
- Easy to Assemble and Transport: It can take less than 5 minutes to put together and includes a handle in the middle to help move around.
The primary ways to use this are traditional calf raises, elevated heel squats, and to stretch the calves:
Calf Raises: The slight curve on the block makes for a secure feeling and allows a full range of motion on the raises. You can perform using one or two feet. If you want to add weight, you’ll need to have great balance or be creative. Your balance should improve though after using a few times.
Elevated Heal Squats: These allow you to stay more upright and help develop the quads. There are many benefits that we just won’t get into here, but you can Google It: Benefits of squatting with elevated heels. Nevertheless, the platform is an excellent way to do this type of squat in a safe way. Sure, the slanted part of it is probably a good DIY project, but this is another benefit to having this piece of equipment.
Stretching: The curve also helps to give an excellent stretch without stressing the bottom of your foot. This is a great way to loosen up for a workout or when the calves are tight.
This platform is currently selling for $139 at expertfitnesssupply.com. This is a little pricey for what it does, but it is an item that is going to last a very long time. It’s much cheaper than any seated calf raise machine. The platform is commercially rated and does include a lifetime warranty for in-home, personal usage.
To conclude, something like the SCB26 Power Lift Squat and Calf Platform is definitely a luxury to have. It’s probably not the first thing you buy when starting up a home gym, but if you miss doing calf raises and want to spice up your squats (back, front, goblet, etc), this is something many would enjoy. Overall, there isn’t much more to say, other than it’s heavy-duty and is an effective way to do the exercises in its name.
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