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Smith Machine Lower Body

A complete Smith-machine lower session with safety-stop guidance and controlled ranges.

Preview the exercises
GoalQuads, glutes, hamstrings, and calves with stable setups
LevelNew to intermediate
Duration45–55 min
Exercises5

BEFORE YOU START

Equipment and structure

Smith machine · Bench · Stable calf platform

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FULL PRESCRIPTION

Exercise by exercise

  1. 01

    Smith Machine Squat

    4 sets · 6–10 · 90s rest

    EXERCISE GUIDE
    Coaching cues & alternatives

    Coaching cues

    • Set the safety stops before loading the bar.
    • Choose a foot position that keeps your whole foot planted.
    • Descend only as far as you can keep your pelvis and knees controlled.
  2. 02

    Smith Machine Romanian Deadlift

    4 sets · 8–12 · 90s rest

    EXERCISE GUIDE
    Coaching cues & alternatives

    Coaching cues

    • Stand where the fixed bar path stays close to your legs.
    • Push your hips back with softly bent knees.
    • Stop before your back position changes, then stand tall.
  3. 03

    Smith Machine Hip Thrust

    4 sets · 8–12 · 90s rest

    EXERCISE GUIDE
    Coaching cues & alternatives

    Coaching cues

    • Center the bench and pad the bar before loading.
    • Keep your chin gently tucked and ribs stacked.
    • Finish with level hips instead of arching your low back.
  4. 04

    Smith Machine Front Squat

    3 sets · 8–10 · 75s rest

    EXERCISE GUIDE
    Coaching cues & alternatives

    Coaching cues

    • Set the bar and safety stops before beginning.
    • Keep your torso tall and pressure through the whole foot.
    • Use a controlled depth without letting the heels lift.
  5. 05

    Smith Machine Calf Raise

    3 sets · 10–15 · 60s rest

    EXERCISE GUIDE
    Coaching cues & alternatives

    Coaching cues

    • Set the safety stops and use a stable foot platform.
    • Rise through the balls of both feet without rolling the ankles.
    • Pause at the top and lower through a controlled range.