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Dumbbell seated calf raise

Dumbbell seated calf raise

Difficulty

Beginner

Category

Strength

Target Muscle

Calves

Secondary Muscles

hamstrings

Equipment

Dumbbell

Body Part

Lower legs

The dumbbell seated calf raise is an isolation exercise targeting the calf muscles, performed while seated with a dumbbell resting on the thighs. It is effective for building strength and muscle in the calves.

The dumbbell seated calf raise is an isolation exercise targeting the calf muscles, performed while seated with a dumbbell resting on the thighs. It is effective for building strength and muscle in the calves.

The dumbbell seated calf raise is an isolation exercise targeting the calf muscles, performed while seated with a dumbbell resting on the thighs. It is effective for building strength and muscle in the calves.

How to Do the Dumbbell seated calf raise

How to Do the Dumbbell seated calf raise

How to Do the Dumbbell seated calf raise

Sit on a bench or chair with your feet flat on the ground and a dumbbell resting on your thighs. Place the balls of your feet on a raised surface such as a step or block, with your heels hanging off the edge. Hold onto the dumbbell for stability. Raise your heels as high as possible, lifting your body weight onto the balls of your feet. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your heels back down to the starting position. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Related Exercises

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