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Exercise 0417 · REF dPmaUaU

Dumbbell Standing Calf Raise exercise animation

Dumbbell Standing Calf Raise

Category
Lower Legs
Equipment
Dumbbell
Target
Calves

Standing calf raises load the gastrocnemius through a straight-leg range, which is different muscle emphasis than the bent-knee, soleus-focused seated version. Because the calves are used to carrying body weight all day, they tend to need higher reps and more total volume than most other muscle groups to respond to training.

How to Do the Dumbbell Standing Calf Raise

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

Muscles Worked

The Dumbbell Standing Calf Raise primarily targets the Calves, with Ankles as the primary synergist muscle group.

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Equipment Alternatives

Don't have dumbbell? These target the same calves with different equipment.

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FAQ

What muscles does the Dumbbell Standing Calf Raise work?
The Dumbbell Standing Calf Raise primarily targets the calves, with the ankles as the main supporting muscle group.
What equipment do I need for the Dumbbell Standing Calf Raise?
The Dumbbell Standing Calf Raise is done with a dumbbell.
What's a good alternative to the Dumbbell Standing Calf Raise?
If you don't have access to a dumbbell, the Ankle Circles targets the same calves using body weight instead.