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Dumbbell Seated One-Leg Calf Raise Hammer Grip

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Equipment

Dumbbells
Dumbbells
Bench
Bench

The Dumbbell Seated One-Leg Calf Raise with Hammer Grip targets the calf muscles, enhancing lower leg strength and improving balance and coordination. This exercise is performed seated, providing stability while isolating one leg at a time.

How to do it

  1. Sit on a bench with a dumbbell held in a hammer grip on your thigh.
  2. Place one foot on the weight plate or floor, with the other leg raised slightly.
  3. Push through the toes of the working leg to lift your heel.
  4. Slowly lower your heel back to the starting position.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions and switch legs.

Muscles worked

Primary Gastrocnemius

Secondary Soleus

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