Smith Calf Raise (V2)
Expert Advice
Keep your core tight and avoid using momentum to lift the weight; focus on a controlled movement to maximize calf engagement.
How-to-do Steps
- Position the Smith machine bar at a height you can comfortably reach on your toes.
- Place the balls of your feet on a raised platform with your heels hanging off.
- Push up through the balls of your feet to raise your heels as high as possible.
- Slowly lower your heels back down below the level of the platform to stretch your calves.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Details
Primary
Calves100%
Equipment
Smith machine
Exercise Type
Strength
