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Smith Standing Leg Calf Raise

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Intermediate

target Target Muscle Groups

Primary: Calves accessibility Lower Legs
Hamstrings Glutes

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Smith Machine

Category

strength

Mechanic

isolation

Cal/min

5.5

Force

push

Smith Standing Leg Calf Raise is a intermediate single-joint isolation pushing exercise targeting the Calves in the Lower Legs region. Performed using smith machine, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Hamstrings and Glutes.

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1

Adjust the smith machine bar to a height that allows you to stand with your feet flat on the ground and your shoulders under the bar.

2

Position yourself under the bar with your feet shoulder-width apart and your toes pointing forward.

3

Place your hands on the bar for stability.

4

Engage your calves and slowly raise your heels off the ground, lifting your body up onto your toes.

5

Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your heels back down to the starting position.

6

Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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