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Dumbbell Standing Calf Raise

Intermediate

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How to Do It

Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand.
Raise your heels off the ground as high as possible, using your calves.
Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your heels back down to the starting position.
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Prescription

3Sets

10-15Reps

Rest interval60-90 sec

Body Part

Equipment

Dumbbell

Muscles Worked

PrimaryCalves

Secondary

Ankles

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