Equipmentdumbbell
Difficultyintermediate
calveslower legs
Single Leg Calf Raise (On A Dumbbell)
The single leg calf raise (on a dumbbell) is a lower leg exercise that targets the calves, with secondary emphasis on the ankles and feet. It involves balancing on one leg while holding a dumbbell and performing a calf raise, which increases the challenge to balance and strength.
Step-by-Step Form & Technique
- 1.Stand with your feet hip-width apart and hold a dumbbell in one hand.
- 2.Lift one foot off the ground and balance on the other foot.
- 3.Slowly raise your heel as high as possible, using your calf muscles.
- 4.Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your heel back down.
- 5.Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch to the other leg.
Secondary Muscles
anklesfeet
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