Exercise technique

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.

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How do you perform this exercise?

  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.

Which other muscles are involved?

Hamstrings, Glutes.

How do you log your sets?

How do you track progressive overload?

Source: ExerciseDB catalogue and demonstration. Related movements are options to compare, not equivalent loads or a prescribed progression.

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