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Smith Standing Leg Calf Raise

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How to Do It

  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.

Prescription

3Sets
10-15Reps
Rest interval60-90 sec

Body Part

Lower Legs

Equipment

Smith Machine

Muscles Worked

PrimaryCalves
Secondary
HamstringsGlutes

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