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Single Leg Calf Raise (On A Dumbbell)

Single Leg Calf Raise (On A Dumbbell): step-by-step technique, the muscles it works and a demo clip. Equipment: dumbbell.

Technique demo: Single Leg Calf Raise (On A Dumbbell)
Video and illustrations: Gym visual, licensed to AIron.Coach.
  • Equipmentdumbbell
  • Body partlower legs
Primary muscles
calves, ankles
Secondary muscles
feet
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How to do it

  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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