Standing Calf Raise Exercise Video
Standing Calf Raise exercise video and guide. Learn how to do a Standing Calf Raise using currect technique by playing the video below or looking at the pictures. You'll also find Standing Calf Raise instuctions and tips. If you need help with Standing Calf Raise's ask on our Muscle Building Forum.
Standing Calf Raise Information:
| » Primary target muscle: | Calf |
| » Secondary muscles: | None |
| » Exercise type: | Isolation |
| » Equipment used: | Smith machine, step |
Standing Calf Raise Start Position:

Standing Calf Raise Mid Position:
Standing Calf Raise Instructions:
Standing calf raise using a smith machine and a step. Put the bar to it's highest point and add weight desired. Set the step up so that when you're standing on the end your body forms a comfortable straight line to the bar. Position your feet so that you heels are hanging off the end and the balls of your feet are right on the edge. Take the weight off the rack. Let your heels drop down as far as they will go. Keeping your whole body straight, push up as high as you can go. Repeat for desired reps.
Tips and Safety Advice:
We are using a Smith Machine but you can easily use a standing calf raise machine or dumbells for this exercise. Make sure you keep your legs and body straight throughout the entire exercise. To get maximum range of motion let your heels go down as far as possible and push up as high as you can.
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