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Dumbbell seated one leg calf raise

Dumbbell seated one leg calf raise

Difficulty

Beginner

Category

Strength

Target Muscle

Calves

Secondary Muscles

hamstrings, glutes

Equipment

Dumbbell

Body Part

Lower legs

The dumbbell seated one leg calf raise is an isolation exercise targeting the calf muscles, performed while seated with a dumbbell placed on the working thigh. It helps build strength and muscle in the calves, with some engagement of the hamstrings and glutes for stabilization.

The dumbbell seated one leg calf raise is an isolation exercise targeting the calf muscles, performed while seated with a dumbbell placed on the working thigh. It helps build strength and muscle in the calves, with some engagement of the hamstrings and glutes for stabilization.

The dumbbell seated one leg calf raise is an isolation exercise targeting the calf muscles, performed while seated with a dumbbell placed on the working thigh. It helps build strength and muscle in the calves, with some engagement of the hamstrings and glutes for stabilization.

How to Do the Dumbbell seated one leg calf raise

How to Do the Dumbbell seated one leg calf raise

How to Do the Dumbbell seated one leg calf raise

Sit on a bench or chair with your feet flat on the ground and a dumbbell resting on your right thigh. Extend your left leg straight out in front of you, keeping your foot flexed. Place the ball of your right foot on an elevated surface, such as a step or weight plate. Using your calf muscles, raise your right heel as high as possible. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your heel back down to the starting position. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch legs.

Related Exercises

Related Exercises

Dumbbell seated calf raise

Dumbbell standing calf raise

Dumbbell seated one leg calf raise - hammer grip

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