Instructions:
- 1Sit on a bench with your feet flat on the ground and a dumbbell on your knees.
- 2Lift your heels by pushing off the balls of your feet while keeping the dumbbell steady.
- 3Lower your heels back to the ground in a slow and controlled manner.
- 4Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
- 5Switch to the other leg and repeat.
Tips:
- Keep your core engaged throughout to provide stability.
- Exhale as you push up, inhale as you take your heels back to the ground.
- Ensure that the movement is controlled and not too fast to avoid injuries.
- You could place your free hand on your abdomen to ensure your core is engaged throughout.