smith reverse calf raises
smith reverse calf raises exercise guide with muscles, equipment, animation and step-by-step instructions. Target: calves. Equipment: smith machine.
- Target muscle
- calves
- Muscle group
- hamstrings
- Body part
- lower legs
- Equipment
- smith machine
Secondary muscles
hamstrings
How to perform
- Adjust the smith machine bar to a height just below your shoulders.
- Stand facing the bar with your feet hip-width apart and toes pointing forward.
- Place the balls of your feet on the edge of a step or platform, with your heels hanging off.
- Hold onto the bar for support.
- Raise your heels as high as possible, lifting your body up onto your toes.
- Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your heels back down to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.