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How to do Smith Machine Reverse Calf Raises

Primary muscle: Calves

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Smith Machine Reverse Calf Raises start and end positionSmith Machine Reverse Calf Raises start and end position

Step-by-step

  1. Set the Smith bar on your traps and place your heels on a plate with your toes hanging off
  2. Unrack the bar and stand tall
  3. Lift your toes upward as far as possible
  4. Hold the shin contraction for one second
  5. Lower your toes to the floor under control

Coaching tip

Strengthens the tibialis on the shin; the best insurance against shin splints.

Caution

Skip this move or ask a professional first if you have pain or an injury in: ankle. FitCi filters it out of your program automatically based on the injuries in your profile.

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