Dumbbell Seated One Leg Calf Raise - Hammer Grip

Exercise Details

Body Part

Lower Legs

Equipment

Dumbbell

Target Muscle

Calves

1

Sit on a bench or chair with your feet flat on the ground and a dumbbell resting on your thighs.

2

Place one foot on a raised surface, such as a step or block, with your heel hanging off the edge.

3

Hold the dumbbell with a hammer grip, meaning your palms are facing each other and your fingers are wrapped around the handle.

4

Keeping your core engaged and your back straight, slowly raise your heel as high as possible by pushing through the ball of your foot.

5

Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your heel back down to the starting position.

6

Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch to the other leg.

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