Dumbbell single-leg calf raise

Dumbbell, step

Also called single leg dumbbell calf raise

Dumbbell single-leg calf raise, start position
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Stand on the edge of a step on one foot with a dumbbell in the opposite hand, then raise and lower the heel through a full range.

  1. Heel drops below the step
  2. Pause at the top on the toes
  3. Switch legs without resting

Movement

Pattern
Calf raise
Type
Isolation, one joint moves
Sides
One side at a time
Equipment
Dumbbells

Muscles worked

Main movers get full credit for a set, helpers half.

Lower body

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