Dumbbell Standing Single Leg Calf Raise (female)

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Instructions:

  • 1Hold a dumbbell in one hand and lift the same side foot off the floor.
  • 2Balance on the tips of your other foot.
  • 3Raise your body as high as you can.
  • 4Lower your body back down in a controlled fashion.
  • 5Repeat the exercise for the desired number of reps and then switch to the other side.

Tips:

  • Keep your abdominal muscles tight for balance.
  • Try not to lean your body to the side holding the dumbbell.
  • Keep your movements slow and controlled.
  • Don't drop your heel below the level of your toes on the downward phase.

Dumbbell Standing Single Leg Calf Raise Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs