Smith Machine Calf Raise Video & Instructions

Smith Machine Calf Raise video exercise guide. On this page you'll learn how to do a Smith Machine Calf Raise using the correct technique. Below you'll find the Smith Machine Calf Raise video, pictures, exercise instructions, and tips on how to get the most out of the exercise. Click the play button below to start the video!

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Exercise Instructions:

The smith machine is a good alternative if your gym does not have a standing calf raise machine. Set the bar on the smith machine to around shoulder height and rack up the weight you want to use. Grab a step or calf block and put it below the bar. Step up on the block and position your balls of your feet on the edge. Grasp the smith bar with a wide grip and position it across the top of your back muscles (not across the back of your neck!). Push up to take the weight off the rack and slowly let your heels drop down as far as possible. This is the starting position. Slowly raise your heels as far as you can off the floor. Squeeze the calf muscles, then slowly lower your heels back to the starting position. Repeat for desired reps.

Tips:

Don't let your heels touch the floor throughout the set. The balls of your feet should be right on the edge of the block, do not allow them to come forward as it makes the exercise less challenging. Use the maximum range of motion by allowing your heels to drop as far as possible and raise as high as possible.

More Machines Calves Exercises:

  1. Seated Calf Raise
  2. Toes In Seated Calf Raise
  3. Toes Out Seated Calf Raise
  4. One Leg Seated Calf Raise
  5. Smith Machine Calf Raise
  6. Toes In Smith Machine Calf Raise
  7. Toes Out Smith Machine Calf Raise
  8. Smith Machine Toe Raise
  9. Smith Machine One Leg Calf Raise
  10. Smith Machine One Leg Toe Raise
  11. Smith Machine Seated Calf Raise
  12. One Leg Smith Machine Seated Calf Raise
  13. Smith Machine Seated Toe Raise
  14. 45 Degree Calf Raise
  15. Toes In 45 Degree Calf Raise
  16. Toes Out 45 Degree Calf Raise
  17. One Leg 45 Degree Calf Raise
  18. 45 Degree Toe Raise
  19. Hack Calf Raise
  20. Hack One Leg Calf Raise

EXERCISE PROFILE

Primary Muscle(s):
Calves
Secondary Muscle(s):
None
Mechanics:
Isolation
Equipment:
Machines

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