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Calf Raise On A Dumbbell

Calf Raise On A Dumbbell is an intermediate isolation dumbbell exercise that mainly works your calves.

💪 Calves🏋️ Dumbbell📈 Intermediate🔗 Isolation🎯 3 sets of 10-15 reps
Calf Raise On A Dumbbell: starting position
Starting position
Calf Raise On A Dumbbell: end position
End position

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.
  2. Now roll your foot slightly forward so that you can get a nice stretch of the calf. This will be your starting position.
  3. Lift the calf as you roll your foot over the top of the handle so that you get a full extension. Exhale during the execution of this movement. Contract the calf hard at the top and hold for a second. Tip: As you come up, roll the dumbbell slightly backward.
  4. Now inhale as you roll the dumbbell slightly forward as you come down to get a better stretch.
  5. Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.

Muscles worked

Primary: Calves

Sets and reps

Do 3 sets of 10-15 reps with 60-90 seconds of rest, using a weight you can control through the full range. Add reps first, then weight.

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Calf Raise On A Dumbbell alternatives

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FAQ

What muscles does the calf raise on a dumbbell work?

It mainly works your calves.

How many sets and reps of calf raise on a dumbbell should I do?

Do 3 sets of 10-15 reps with 60-90 seconds of rest, using a weight you can control through the full range. Add reps first, then weight.

Is the calf raise on a dumbbell good for beginners?

It suits lifters with some experience. Beginners can start with a lighter weight or one of the alternatives below.

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