Smith Calf Raise

Muscles involved

Calves

How to do it

1. Place a block under the bar in the Smith machine. 2. Grip the bar from behind at shoulder height and place your feet on tiptoes on the block. 3. Rise with the help of your feet by flexing your calves. 4. Lower controllably to the starting position.

Equipment required

Máquina

Muscles worked

MaleFemale

GastrocnemiusSoleus

Tips

- Use a block or step high enough to allow a full stretch. - Raise your heels as high as possible, contracting your calves maximally. - Lower your heels below the level of the block for a deep stretch.

Difficulty