Seated Calf Raise
This leg exercise mainly works your calves. Watch the demo video, then follow the tips below.
Rep Range
10-20
How to do Seated Calf Raise
Sit on a sturdy, armless chair with feet flat on the ground, hip-width apart. Place a single dumbbell horizontally across both thighs, close to the knees. Secure the dumbbell by holding its sides with both hands. Press down through the balls of your feet, lifting your heels as high as possible off the ground. Slowly return your heels back down.
Common mistakes
Letting the dumbbell slide or shift during the movement, which can reduce effectiveness and lead to potential strain. Not getting a full range of motion, either by not lifting the heels high enough or not lowering them fully.
Breathing
Inhale when you lower your heels. Exhale as you press up, raising your heels.
Muscles worked
Primary Muscles
Calves
