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Smith machine calf raise

Primary Equipment
Smith machine Smith machine
Target Muscle
Primary
Calves Calves
Instructions
  1. Stand upright with the guided bar positioned on your trapezius
  2. Keep your knees extended
  3. Perform the movement by raising yourself onto the balls of your feet
Tips
  • Avoid leaning your body forward
  • Raise and lower yourself in a controlled manner, avoiding excessively fast movements
  • Avoid using momentum or sudden movements
Target Muscle
Primary
Calves Calves

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