Legs
The main muscle group listed for this exercise.
Exercise guide
Standing Dumbbell Calf Raise
Standing Dumbbell Calf Raise is an intermediate-level leg exercise performed with dumbbells.
Dumbbell
The equipment listed for this variation.
Intermediate
The recorded setup and movement complexity.
Legs
No secondary muscle group is listed for this variation.
Strength
Movement pattern: raise. This is an isolation exercise.
Intermediate
This level reflects the setup and movement complexity recorded for this exercise.
Instructions
How to do Standing Dumbbell Calf Raise
- Stand with your torso upright holding two dumbbells in your hands by your sides. Place the ball of the foot on a sturdy and stable wooden board (that is around 2-3 inches tall) while your heels extend off and touch the floor. This will be your starting position.
- With the toes pointing either straight (to hit all parts equally), inwards (for emphasis on the outer head) or outwards (for emphasis on the inner head), raise the heels off the floor as you exhale by contracting the calves. Hold the top contraction for a second.
- As you inhale, go back to the starting position by slowly lowering the heels.
- Repeat for the recommended amount of times.
Related workouts
Workout templates that use this exercise.
If you want to see this movement inside a more complete training session, start here.
3-Day Full Body Split
A three-day split that spreads total weekly work across three full-body sessions.
View workout30-Minute Fat Loss Workout
A shorter full-body session designed to keep you moving and make consistency easier on busy days.
View workout4-Day Upper Lower Split
A simple four-day split that gives each half of the body two quality sessions each week.
View workoutRelated exercises
More exercises in the same lane.
Use these when you want a similar movement pattern, a different setup, or more exercise options for the same target area.
Calf Raise On A Dumbbell
Calf Raise On A Dumbbell is an intermediate-level leg exercise performed with dumbbells.
View exerciseDumbbell Seated One-Leg Calf Raise
Dumbbell Seated One-Leg Calf Raise is a beginner-friendly leg exercise performed with dumbbells.
View exerciseBarbell Seated Calf Raise
Barbell Seated Calf Raise is a beginner-friendly leg exercise performed with a barbell.
View exerciseDumbbell Lying One-Arm Rear Lateral Raise
Dumbbell Lying One-Arm Rear Lateral Raise is an intermediate-level shoulder exercise performed with dumbbells. It also involves the back and arms.
View exerciseRelated tools
Related calculators for this exercise.
Use these calculators when you want to connect the exercise itself to calories, protein, strength targets, or training volume.
FAQ
Common questions about Standing Dumbbell Calf Raise.
What muscles does Standing Dumbbell Calf Raise work?
Standing Dumbbell Calf Raise primarily trains the legs.
Is Standing Dumbbell Calf Raise beginner-friendly?
It is listed as intermediate.
What equipment do I need for Standing Dumbbell Calf Raise?
This variation uses dumbbells.
Track this exercise for free in Logbook.
Once the movement is in your plan, use Logbook to record sets, reps, load, and progress without guessing what happened last week.