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Smith Machine Calf Raise

Main muscle
Calves
Muscle group
Legs
Equipment
Smith machine

How to do it

  1. 1Set the bar on your upper back, balls of your feet on a raised block.
  2. 2Unrack the bar and let your heels drop for a stretch.
  3. 3Press through the balls of your feet to rise onto your toes.
  4. 4Squeeze your calves hard at the top.
  5. 5Lower back down under control to repeat.

Coaching cues

  • Deep stretch at bottom
  • Squeeze at the top
  • Controlled tempo
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