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Dumbbells Single Leg Calf Raise Standing

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Dumbbells Single Leg Calf Raise Standing Overview

The dumbbells single leg calf raise standing workout is a targeted exercise that focuses primarily on the calves.

By holding dumbbells in each hand, the workout increases resistance and intensifies the calf muscles’ engagement.

While the exercise may also involve secondary muscles, the main emphasis is on developing and strengthening the calves.

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Dumbbells Single Leg Calf Raise Standing Instructions

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in your right hand.
  2. Place your left hand on a wall or sturdy object for balance.
  3. Raise your right heel off the ground, balancing on the ball of your right foot.
  4. Slowly lower your right heel back down to the starting position.
  5. Repeat the movement for the desired number of repetitions.
  6. Switch sides and perform the exercise with your left leg.

Dumbbells Single Leg Calf Raise Standing Tips

  1. Start by standing straight with one foot slightly in front of the other, holding a dumbbell in one hand.
  2. Slowly rise up onto the ball of your foot, lifting your heel off the ground.
  3. Keep your core engaged and maintain a straight line from your head to your heels.
  4. Hold the raised position for a second, feeling the tension in your calf muscles.
  5. Lower your heel back down to the starting position, maintaining control throughout the movement.
  6. Repeat the exercise for the desired number of repetitions, then switch to the other leg.

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