June 14, 2008

Dumbbell Seated One-Leg Calf Raise

Exercise Data
Main Muscle Worked: Calves
Other Muscles Worked: None
Equipment: Dumbbell
Mechanics Type: Isolation

Tips: Place a block on the floor about 12 inches from a flat bench. Sit on the bench and rest a dumbbell on your upper left thigh about 3 inches above your knee. Place the ball of your left foot on the block. Raise your toes up as high as possible. Squeeze your calves, then return to the starting position, stretching as far down as possible. Repeat for your desired number of reps and then switch legs.

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