Smith machine calf raise
An exercise for the calves. Equipment: machine. Below are the animation, step-by-step technique and tips.
Muscles
Equipment
How to do it
- Stand tall with your back straight, feet shoulder-width apart, and hold the barbell of the smith machine on your shoulders behind your neck.
- Place your toes on a 2-3 inches high bar and raise the barbell by lifting your heels off the floor.
- Hold for a while, return to the initial position, and repeat.
Tips
- Keep your back straight and avoid slouching.
- Don’t raise your shoulders to lift the barbell.
- Maintain a smooth breathing pattern.
