Smith Standing Leg Calf Raise
Gym Exercise Card
Equipment
The Smith Standing Leg Calf Raise is a strength exercise targeting the calves, useful for enhancing muscle endurance and size in the lower leg. This exercise stabilizes the ankles and improves balance, essential for athletic performance.
How to do it
- Set the bar at shoulder height on the Smith Machine.
- Stand with feet hip-width apart and position shoulders under the bar.
- Lift the bar by raising your heels as high as possible.
- Hold at the top briefly, then lower heels back to the ground.
- Repeat for the desired number of reps.
Muscles worked
Primary Gastrocnemius
Secondary Soleus
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