Calves exercise

Dumbbell Calf Raise

How to do the Dumbbell Calf Raise with correct form — the muscles worked, equipment, and step-by-step technique from the Fitonist exercise library.

Stand upright holding two dumbbells by your sides. Place the balls of your feet on an exercise step or weight plate with your heels touching the floor. With your toes pointing forwards, raise your heels off the floor and contract your calves. Slowly return to the starting…
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Illustration showing the Dumbbell Calf Raise
Targets

Muscles worked

Calves muscle Calves Primary
Gear

Equipment

Dumbbells Dumbbells
Technique

How to do the Dumbbell Calf Raise

  1. 1 Stand upright holding two dumbbells by your sides.
  2. 2 Place the balls of your feet on an exercise step or weight plate with your heels touching the floor.
  3. 3 With your toes pointing forwards, raise your heels off the floor and contract your calves.
  4. 4 Slowly return to the starting position.