Dumbbell Single Leg Calf Raise
Dumbbell Single Leg Calf Raise Instructions
- Stand on a step with the ball of your right foot on the edge. Hold a dumbbell in your right hand.
- Hold a wall or rack with your left hand for balance.
- Tuck your left foot behind your right ankle.
- Lower your right heel as far as possible for a full stretch.
- Press through the ball of your foot to raise as high as possible.
- Squeeze your calf at the top.
- Lower under control. Complete reps, then switch legs.
- Aim for 15 to 20 reps per leg.
Dumbbell Single Leg Calf Raise Form & Visual
Dumbbell Single Leg Calf Raise Benefits
- Doubles the demand per calf
- Exposes left-right imbalances
- Easy to load progressively with one dumbbell
- Full range with a step
- No machine needed
- Useful at-home calf exercise
Dumbbell Single Leg Calf Raise Muscles Worked
- Gastrocnemius (working leg)
- Soleus
- Achilles tendon
Dumbbell Single Leg Calf Raise Variations & Alternatives
- DB Standing Calf Raise (two legs)
- Bodyweight Calf Raise
- Lever Standing Calf Raise
- Bodyweight Single-Leg Calf Raise
- Smith Single-Leg Calf Raise
