Calf Raise On A Dumbbell

Calf Raise On A Dumbbell

The Calf Raise On A Dumbbell is a intermediate dumbbell exercise that works the Calves. Follow the steps below.

Target musclesCalves
EquipmentDumbbell
LevelIntermediate

How to do the Calf Raise On A Dumbbell

  1. Hang on to a sturdy object for balance and stand on a dumbbell handle, preferably one with round plates so that it rolls as in this manner you have to work harder to stabilize yourself; thus increasing the effectiveness of the exercise.Now roll your foot slightly forward so that you can get a nice stretch of the calf.
  2. This will be your starting position.Lift the calf as you roll your foot over the top of the handle so that you get a full extension.
  3. Exhale during the execution of this movement.
  4. Contract the calf hard at the top and hold for a second.
  5. Tip: As you come up, roll the dumbbell slightly backward.Now inhale as you roll the dumbbell slightly forward as you come down to get a better stretch.Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.

Recommended sets & reps

SetRepsRest
Set 112 reps30s rest
Set 210 reps30s rest
Set 38 reps30s rest
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Instructions adapted from wger.de under CC BY-SA 4.0. Compiled by FitBot Coach.