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Single Leg Calf Raise (on A Dumbbell)

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Beginner

target Target Muscle Groups

Primary: Calves accessibility Lower Legs
Ankles Feet

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Dumbbell

Category

strength

Mechanic

isolation

Cal/min

6.1

Force

push

Single Leg Calf Raise (on A Dumbbell) is a beginner single-joint isolation pushing exercise targeting the Calves in the Lower Legs region. Performed using dumbbell, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Ankles and Feet.

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1

Stand with your feet hip-width apart and hold a dumbbell in one hand.

2

Lift one foot off the ground and balance on the other foot.

3

Slowly raise your heel as high as possible, using your calf muscles.

4

Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your heel back down.

5

Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch to the other leg.

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