Legs · Calves · Machine
Smith Machine Calf Raise
How to
Machine- 1 Bar on the upper back, balls of the feet on a step.
- 2 Rise as high as possible onto the toes.
- 3 Lower slowly below the step.
Tips
- Put a plate or step under the bar so the heels can drop below the toes.
- Rack the bar with the hooks between sets rather than balancing it.
- Pause at the top and the bottom.
Common mistakes
- Standing unsteadily on the edge and slipping.
- Bending the knees.
- Short, bouncy reps.
In these plans
Not part of a built-in plan. Add it to any workout from the exercise picker.
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