fitubaDumbbell calf raise
Calves · dumbbells. Rise onto your toes and lower with control, no bouncing.
Main muscle: Calves
Also works: almost all the work falls on the main muscle
Equipment: dumbbells
Typical: 2–4 sets of 12–20.
How to do it
- Rise onto your toes and lower with control, no bouncing.
- Rise onto the balls of your feet as high as you can and pause for a second.
- Lower slowly until you feel your calves stretch; knees nearly straight.
Common mistakes
- Bouncing at the bottom.
- Short range because the load is too heavy.
- Letting your ankles roll out.
Alternative
No equipment, or want to switch it up: Bodyweight calf raise.
Log it in one message
Type or say: “Did 3x10 standing with 45 lb.”
Fituba logs the weights session and its points; in Train you can add sets, reps and load to compare your strength progress. Sample wording, not a prescription.FAQ
What muscles does the dumbbell calf raise work?
Main: calves. It's an isolation exercise: almost all the work falls on that muscle.
How many sets and reps of standing?
Typical: 2–4 sets of 12–20. Adjust the load so you finish every set with good form; the load is per dumbbell.
How do I log standing in Fituba?
In your account, open Train, pick Standing and add its sets, reps and load; or type “Did 3x10 standing with 45 lb” and Fituba logs your weights session.
Sources and limits
Original Fituba copy based on standard technique guides (StrengthLog · Calves). General education: the demo and these notes don't assess your form, mobility or the right load for you; for individual coaching, see a trainer.
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