Step by step instructions, muscle activation and variants for the Smith Machine Seated Calf Raise.
The Smith machine seated calf raise targets the soleus muscle of the calf by performing the raise from a seated position. Sitting bends the knee, which de-emphasizes the gastrocnemius and isolates the deeper soleus for maximum development of calf thickness.
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The Smith Machine Seated Calf Raise is a foundational movement that builds strength and muscle through controlled, progressive overload. Train it 1 to 2 times per week with 3 to 5 working sets per session, gradually adding weight or reps as form holds up.