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Smith Machine Calf Raise (Toes Out) Video Exercise Guide

Smith Machine Calf Raise (Toes Out) Video Exercise Guide
  1. Position the barbell on the Smith Machine at shoulder height and load the bar with your desired weight.
  2. Grab a step, calf block, or weight plate and put it below the bar.
  3. Step up on the block and position the balls of your feet on the edge with your heels hanging off.
  4. After you adjust your heels, point your toes out so they are angled and facing away from each other.
  5. Grab the bar with a wide grip. Push up to take the weight off the rack and slowly let your heels drop down as far as possible. This is the starting position.
  6. Slowly raise your heels as far as you can by pushing through the balls of your feet, contracting your calves.
  7. Squeeze the calf muscles, and then slowly lower your heels back to the starting position. This is one rep.
  8. Repeat for desired reps.