Dumbbell Standing Calf Raise
Primary muscles: Calves
Secondary muscles: Anterior Tibialis
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Dumbbells
How to do the Dumbbell Standing Calf Raise
- Stand upright with your feet hip-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand at your sides. Keep your posture straight and your core engaged.
- Slowly raise your heels off the floor by pushing through your forefeet, lifting your body upward as high as possible.
- Hold the top position for a brief moment, feeling the contraction in your calf muscles.
- Lower your heels back down to the starting position with control. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Form tips
- Keep your movements slow and controlled to maximize muscle engagement.
- Avoid bouncing at the top or bottom of the movement.
- Maintain a straight posture throughout the exercise.
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