How to Do Dumbbell Standing Single Leg Calf Raise

Dumbbell Standing Single Leg Calf Raise is a calves exercise using dumbbell, listed as intermediate in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

Primary muscle

Calves

Equipment

Dumbbell

Difficulty

Intermediate

01 / Move with control

How to perform

How to do Dumbbell Standing Single Leg Calf Raise

  1. 01Hold a dumbbell in the hand of the working side and stand on the edge of a step with the ball of one foot.
  2. 02Wrap the non-working foot behind the active ankle and place the free hand on a wall for balance.
  3. 03Lower the heel toward the floor until a deep stretch is felt in the calf muscle.
  4. 04Drive the ball of the foot into the step to lift the heel as high as possible, pausing for a peak contraction.
  5. 05Perform all reps on one side before switching the dumbbell to the opposite hand.

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02 / Anatomy

Muscles worked by Dumbbell Standing Single Leg Calf Raise

Primary Stabiliser Inactive

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Primary movers

  • Calves Pushes off the ground through the ankle.

Stabilisers

  • Core Stabilises the spine and transfers force.
  • Lower back Stabilises the spine during lifts and bends.
  • Forearms Grips and stabilises the wrist under load.

03 / A90 Coach

A90 Coach tip

Maintain a slight bend in the working knee to ensure the gastrocnemius handles the load rather than the joint capsule.

Same coaching engine used inside the A90 app

05 / FAQ

Dumbbell Standing Single Leg Calf Raise questions

What muscles does Dumbbell Standing Single Leg Calf Raise work?

Dumbbell Standing Single Leg Calf Raise is catalogued as a calves exercise in A90 Training Club, with the calves as its primary muscle group.

How do you do Dumbbell Standing Single Leg Calf Raise correctly?

Hold a dumbbell in the hand of the working side and stand on the edge of a step with the ball of one foot. Wrap the non-working foot behind the active ankle and place the free hand on a wall for balance. Lower the heel toward the floor until a deep stretch is felt in the calf muscle. Drive the ball of the foot into the step to lift the heel as high as possible, pausing for a peak contraction. Perform all reps on one side before switching the dumbbell to the opposite hand.

What is the A90 coach tip for Dumbbell Standing Single Leg Calf Raise?

Maintain a slight bend in the working knee to ensure the gastrocnemius handles the load rather than the joint capsule.

Is Dumbbell Standing Single Leg Calf Raise suitable for beginners?

Dumbbell Standing Single Leg Calf Raise is rated intermediate in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

What equipment do you need for Dumbbell Standing Single Leg Calf Raise?

Dumbbell Standing Single Leg Calf Raise uses dumbbell.

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