Seated Dumbbell Calf Raise

The Seated Dumbbell Calf Raise is a beginner dumbbell exercise that works the Calves. Follow the steps below.

Target musclesCalves
EquipmentDumbbell
LevelBeginner

How to do the Seated Dumbbell Calf Raise

  1. The seated dumbbell calf raise is a targeted exercise for strengthening the lower leg muscles.
  2. It follows the same movement pattern as the machine version: you place the weight on your knees, and by extending and flexing your ankles, you move the weight.

Recommended sets & reps

SetRepsRest
Set 112 reps30s rest
Set 210 reps30s rest
Set 38 reps30s rest
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Instructions adapted from wger.de under CC BY-SA 4.0. Compiled by FitBot Coach.