Platesmith
Log it in Platesmith. The app shows last time's numbers on every set of Smith Machine Calf Raise, times your rest and tells you when to add weight. Free, with no ads.
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Muscles worked
| Main | Gastrocnemius |
| Also | Soleus |
Setup
The fixed bar path lets you load heavy while balancing is handled for you.
How to do it well
- Set the balls of the feet on a small platform
- Rise to full plantarflexion
- Stretch deeply at the bottom
Common mistakes
- Bouncing through reps
- Bending the knees
Similar exercises
- Donkey Calf Raise
- Leg Press Calf Raise
- Single-Leg Calf Raise
- Standing Calf Raise
- Seated Calf Raise
- Tibialis Raise
General guidance, not medical advice. Start lighter than you think, and check with a doctor first if you have a health condition or injury.