smith one leg floor calf raise

Equipment

smith machine

Target muscle

calves

How to perform

1. 1

   Position yourself on the floor under the smith machine bar, facing away from the machine.

2. 2

   Place the balls of your feet on a raised surface, such as a weight plate or block.

3. 3

   Position the smith machine bar across your lower legs, just above your ankles.

4. 4

   Hold onto the bar with your hands for stability.

5. 5

   Raise your heels off the ground by extending your ankles, lifting your body up.

6. 6

   Pause at the top of the movement, then slowly lower your heels back down to the starting position.

7. 7

   Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.