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Illustration of the Dumbbell Calf Raise: One hand on a wall, one bell in the other - go single leg when it gets easy.
isolation · Isolation

Dumbbell Calf Raise

Dumbbell Calf Raise is an isolation isolation movement for calves, using Dumbbells. 4 sets of 15-25, 1 min rest.

Primary muscle
Calves
Equipment
Dumbbells
Difficulty
Beginner
Sets and reps
4 × 15-25
Rest
45s
Force
push

How to do it

  1. 1
    Set up

    Balls of the feet on a plate or step, heels hanging off.

  2. 2
    The cue that matters

    One hand on a wall, one bell in the other - go single leg when it gets easy.

  3. 3
    Work it

    4 sets of 15-25, resting about 1 minute between them.