Dumbbell standing calf raise

Category

Legs

Difficulty

Beginner

Equipment

Dumbbells

Primary muscles

Gastrocnemius, Soleus

Secondary muscles

Tibialis Anterior

How to do it

1. Stand upright with your feet hip-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand at your sides. Keep your posture straight and your core engaged.
2. Slowly raise your heels off the floor by pushing through your forefeet, lifting your body upward as high as possible.
3. Hold the top position for a brief moment, feeling the contraction in your calf muscles.
4. Lower your heels back down to the starting position with control. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Form tips

• Keep your movements slow and controlled to maximize muscle engagement.
• Avoid bouncing at the top or bottom of the movement.
• Maintain a straight posture throughout the exercise.