smith one leg floor calf raise
smith one leg floor calf raise is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1
Position yourself on the floor under the smith machine bar, facing away from the machine.
Step 2
Place the balls of your feet on a raised surface, such as a weight plate or block.
Step 3
Position the smith machine bar across your calves, just above your ankles.
Step 4
Hold onto the bar with your hands for stability.
Step 5
Raise your heels off the ground by extending your ankles, lifting your body up.
Step 6
Pause at the top of the movement, then slowly lower your heels back down to the starting position.
Muscles & body parts
Primary muscles
Secondary muscles
Primary body parts
Common mistakes & warnings
Form & control
Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.
Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.
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