Exercise guide

Dumbbell calf raise

Works your calves. Dumbbells. Beginner friendly.

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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

  1. Hold a dumbbell in each hand, balls of your feet on a step, heels free.
  2. Stand tall with your knees straight but not locked.
  3. Rise up as high as you can and pause.
  4. 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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