Body Solid Calf Squat Block aids you in doing your all - important squats! Sometimes the weight gets pretty heavy when you're doing squats, and the worst thing that could happen is mishandling a bar because of slippery or old flooring! The non-slip, textured surface this Squat Block offers can ensure that you'll be balanced and safe when working out. And it's made from solid steel, so you know durability won't be an issue. Do some calf raises too... just step right on to the Block and enjoy the full range of motion! Safety first: Use up to 2,000 lbs. of weight on the Block; 6 1/2" incline forces reminds you to stay off your heels while performing squats; Weighs 36 lbs.; Dimensions: 6" x 7" x 6 1/2". There's no use in doing the exercise if you're not doing it safely and with the right form! Order this Squat Block Now! Body Solid Calf Squat BlockCustomer Review: Great Calf Block!
This is such a great upgrade over the old calf block I had. The one I had was the more traditional squared off metal kind so that the only part of the foot that makes contact is the small area that hangs on the edge. This calf block has a nice curve to it and it keeps more of the foot in contact which just feels better on the foot. It also feels much more secure and you never feel like your foot might slip off the edge like I did with the old block I had. The calf area has a nice surface that your feet wont slip off of even when your deep into the bottom position of a calf raise. Something thats hard to tell from the pictures is the height of the curved calf area. I think the measurements say that its 6 1/2 inches tall which is great because it really allows for a good stretch at the bottom which is very important for calves! Then theres also the squat platform part of it. I have to admit that I doubt I will ever use this feature for squatting. The only version of the squat Ive ever heard of that you really might want elevated heels is front squats so I guess if I ever get into those maybe I will try it. But for now its sort of worthless and I sort of thought about not bolting the whole thing together and just using the calf part on its own but I ended up putting it together more to make it more stable for calf exercises. The assembly is no problem if you have some tools. There are some nice rubber pads on the bottom that make sure it wont move while your using it. This is a fairly substantial piece of equipment both in size and weight so if space is a concern keep that in mind.
Customer Review: Calf Raise
Use next to a support bar for balance. Grab a single dumbell and do some one legged raises. Great for the full stretch and easy on the balls of the feet. Will show you the difference in each leg real quick and allow for you to adjust. Have not used the squat block for squating as I feel that it reduces the flexibility of the calf muscle.
