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Dumbbell Calf Raise

Calves · Squat

Generic squat demo. Follow the steps below for this exact exercise.

SquatIsolation

A calf raise holding dumbbells at your sides, the simplest way to add load to the calves at home.

Difficulty
Easy
Tracking
Measured in reps

Muscles worked

Calves

Equipment

Dumbbell

How to do it

  1. Hold a dumbbell in each hand at your sides and stand with your feet hip width apart.
  2. Optionally place the balls of your feet on a step so your heels can drop.
  3. Press through the balls of your feet to lift your heels as high as you can.
  4. Pause at the top, then lower slowly under control.

Coaching cues

  • Keep your body upright and your knees almost straight.
  • One dumbbell and one hand on a wall works well for balance.