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Dumbbell calf raise: how to do it
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Dumbbells at your sides, stand tall
Starting position
Stand with your feet hip-width apart and a dumbbell in each hand at your sides, keeping your body upright and eyes forward.
The movement
Rise as high onto your toes as you can, pause briefly and lower your heels slowly to the floor.
Most common mistake
Don't lean or roll onto the edges of your feet, keep your balance and press straight through the balls of your feet.
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