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Dumbbell single leg calf raise

Intermediate

Dumbbell single leg calf raise is a isolation dumbbell exercise for the calves.

Trained one side at a time.

What it works

Primary muscle

Calves

Equipment
Dumbbell
Movement
Legs
Type
Isolation
Logged as
Weight × reps
Suggested rest
90 seconds

How to do it

  1. 1Stand on the edge of a step or platform with your heels hanging off and your toes on the step.
  2. 2Hold a dumbbell in one hand and place your other hand on a wall or railing for support.
  3. 3Raise your heel as high as possible, lifting your body up onto your toes.
  4. 4Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your heel back down below the step.
  5. 5Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch to the other leg.

What to do instead

  • One leg floor calf raiseBodyweight
  • Band single leg calf raiseResistance band
  • Single leg calf raise (on a dumbbell)Dumbbell
  • Dumbbell standing calf raiseDumbbell
  • One leg donkey calf raiseBodyweight
  • Cable standing one leg calf raiseCable

Easier variations

  • Dumbbell seated calf raiseDumbbell
  • Dumbbell standing calf raiseDumbbell
  • Exercise ball on the wall calf raiseDumbbell
  • Band two legs calf raise - (band under both legs)Resistance band
Logged today · 90 seconds restDumbbell single leg calf raise

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