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Calves

Standing single leg dumbbell calf raises

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16 Oct 2018

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Preparation

The Calf Raise targets the calf muscles. Stand with feet slightly less than shoulder-width apart. Hold a dumbbell in one hand and place the other hand against the wall for support. Place the right foot behind the left foot. Your toes should point straight.

Method

Step 1

Exhale and raise the left heel off the floor

Step 2

Extend the ankle as high as possible while contracting the calves

Step 3

Hold for a second

Step 4

Go back to the starting position by slowly lowering the heel

Step 5

Do a few reps

Step 6

Switch the leg and repeat.

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