Dumbbell Standing Calf Raise
Dumbbell Standing Calf Raise Instructions
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a dumbbell in one hand.
- Place the ball of your foot on an elevated surface such as a step or weight plate.
- Slowly raise your heel as high as possible, squeezing your calf muscle at the top of the movement.
- Lower your heel back down to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions on one side before switching to the other side.
Dumbbell Standing Calf Raise Form & Visual
Dumbbell Standing Calf Raise Benefits
- Strengthens and tones the calf muscles
- Improves ankle stability and balance
- Can be done with minimal equipment
- Allows for progressive overload by increasing weight or reps
- Can be modified for different fitness levels by adjusting weight or using a step or platform
Dumbbell Standing Calf Raise Muscles Worked
- Gastrocnemius
- Soleus
Dumbbell Standing Calf Raise Variations & Alternatives
- Barbell Standing Calf Raise
- Seated Calf Raise
- Donkey Calf Raise
- Smith Machine Calf Raise
- Single Leg Calf Raise