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How to do Smith Standing Leg Calf Raise

The smith standing leg calf raise is a lower leg exercise performed using a smith machine. It primarily targets the calves, with secondary emphasis on the hamstrings and glutes. The movement involves raising the heels to stand on the toes, then lowering back down, using the smith machine for stability and added resistance.

Smith Standing Leg Calf Raise demonstration
Primary muscle
Calves
Also works
Hamstrings and Glutes
Equipment
Smith machine
Level
Beginner
Category
Legs

How to do Smith Standing Leg Calf Raise, step by step

  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.

Muscles worked

Smith Standing Leg Calf Raise works your calves as the main mover, with help from your hamstrings and glutes.

Track Smith Standing Leg Calf Raise in SPLYT

Smith Standing Leg Calf Raise is already in SPLYT’s exercise library. Log your sets, reps and weight on iPhone or Apple Watch, with last time’s weights already filled in.

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