How to Do Smith Machine Calf Raise

Smith Machine Calf Raise is a calves exercise using machine, listed as beginner in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

Primary muscle

Calves

Equipment

Machine

Difficulty

Beginner

01 / Move with control

How to perform

How to do Smith Machine Calf Raise

  1. 01Place an aerobic step or weight plate under the Smith machine bar.
  2. 02Position the balls of your feet on the edge of the platform and the bar across your upper traps.
  3. 03Unrack the bar and lower your heels as far as possible toward the floor to stretch the calves.
  4. 04Push through your big toes to lift your heels as high as possible.
  5. 05Lower under control back to the deep stretch position.

Same guidance shown inside the A90 app

02 / Anatomy

Muscles worked by Smith Machine Calf Raise

Primary Stabiliser Inactive

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Primary movers

  • Calves Pushes off the ground through the ankle.

Stabilisers

  • Core Stabilises the spine and transfers force.
  • Lower back Stabilises the spine during lifts and bends.
  • Forearms Grips and stabilises the wrist under load.

03 / A90 Coach

A90 Coach tip

Focus on driving through the balls of your feet and pause at the top to MAXIMIZE calf recruitment.

Same coaching engine used inside the A90 app

05 / FAQ

Smith Machine Calf Raise questions

What muscles does Smith Machine Calf Raise work?

Smith Machine Calf Raise is catalogued as a calves exercise in A90 Training Club, with the calves as its primary muscle group.

How do you do Smith Machine Calf Raise correctly?

Place an aerobic step or weight plate under the Smith machine bar. Position the balls of your feet on the edge of the platform and the bar across your upper traps. Unrack the bar and lower your heels as far as possible toward the floor to stretch the calves. Push through your big toes to lift your heels as high as possible. Lower under control back to the deep stretch position.

What is the A90 coach tip for Smith Machine Calf Raise?

Focus on driving through the balls of your feet and pause at the top to MAXIMIZE calf recruitment.

Is Smith Machine Calf Raise suitable for beginners?

Smith Machine Calf Raise is rated beginner in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

What equipment do you need for Smith Machine Calf Raise?

Smith Machine Calf Raise uses machine.

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