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Calf Raise (Seated, Single-Leg) - Dumbbell

Equipment:Dumbbell
Type:Isolation
Force:Push

Muscles Targeted

Primary

Calves

How to Perform

  1. 1

    Sit on bench, place block/platform in front.

  2. 2

    Place ball of one foot (e.g., left) on block edge, heel hanging off.

  3. 3

    Rest dumbbell on same-side thigh (left), hold it stable.

  4. 4

    Exhale, raise heel by extending ankle as high as possible.

  5. 5

    Flex calf.

  6. 6

    Hold briefly.

  7. 7

    Inhale, slowly lower heel below block level.

  8. 8

    Repeat reps, switch legs.