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Smith machine calf raise

A isolation exercise for the calves. Equipment: smith machine and plyo box or step.

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WorksCalves

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How to do it

  1. Setup: Bar on the upper back, toes on a step.
  2. Heels down for a stretch
  3. Up onto the toes and pause

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