Smith Machine Calf Raise
Also known as: Smith Calf Raise, Smith Machine Heel Raise, Smith Machine Standing Calf Raise, Smith Toe Raise
Body region
Muscles
Main
Helps
Holds
Equipment
Technique
- Set the bar at shoulder height and place a low block or plate under the balls of your feet, bar across the upper back.
- Unrack the bar by rotating your wrists and stand tall with straight knees.
- Lower the heels for a stretch, then rise as high as you can; rerack when finished.
Cues
- Set your feet so the bar stays over the balls of your feet through the rep.
- Control the pace in both directions.
Common mistakes
- Rounding the back or leaning forward.
- Using a block so small the heels cannot drop.
- Racking the bar carelessly when tired.