Exercise guide
Dumbbell calf raise
Works your calves. Dumbbells. Beginner friendly.
The animated demo for this exercise is in the members’ area.
Main musclescalves
Helpers—
EquipmentDumbbells
LevelBeginner friendly
In your plan3 sets of 12-15 reps
Rest1 minute
How to do it
- Hold a dumbbell in each hand, balls of your feet on a step, heels free.
- Stand tall with your knees straight but not locked.
- Rise up as high as you can and pause.
- Lower slowly into a full stretch.
In the members’ area
The animated demo, side and front views, the common mistakes to avoid, and a weight and rep target for every set, from your last session.
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