Smith Machine Single-Leg Calf Raise
Beginner - Strength - Isolation

Targeted Muscle Group

Lower Legs figure highlighted in blue

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Lower Legs

Recommended Equipment

Machine - Strength equipment

Machine - Strength

How to do it

Steps :

1.) Start by setting up the amount of weight on the smith machine that you would like to perform for this exercise

2.) Place a horizontal bench underneath the bar and either a step or block in front of the bench.

3.) Sit down in the middle of the bench and lower the bar down towards your waist rasting it upon your right thigh.

4.) Extend your left leg out in front of you and place the ball of your right foot on the block.

5.) Raise the bar up off of the rack and lower your right heel down towards the floor as far as possible then slowly raise your heels up off of the floor, squeezing your calf in the process.

6.) Hold for a count then return back to the starting position.

7.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.