Dumbbell Seated Calf Raise

Muscles involved

Calves

How to do it

1. Sit on a bench with a dumbbell resting on each thigh, and place the balls of your feet on a block or step, with your heels hanging off. 2. Slowly lower your heels towards the floor until you feel a stretch in your calves. 3. Pause at the bottom. 4. Press through the balls of your feet to raise your heels as high as possible, squeezing your calves at the top.

Equipment required

Mancuernas

Muscles worked

MaleFemale

SoleusGastrocnemius

Tips

- Place the dumbbells securely on your thighs to provide constant resistance. - Lower your heels below the step to get a full stretch. - Pause and squeeze your calves at the top of each rep. - Use a slow, controlled tempo; avoid bouncing at the bottom.

Difficulty