Dumbbell Toe Raise
The Dumbbell Toe Raise mainly works the calves / shins. You'll need: dumbbells.
Required Equipment
Dumbbell Toe Raise Muscles Worked
Primary
Upper Calf (gastrocnemius)
Secondary
Lower Calf (soleus); Shin (tibialis anterior)
How to do the Dumbbell Toe Raise
Stand upright with your feet hip-width apart while holding a dumbbell in each hand by your sides.
Engage your core and keep your torso straight throughout the movement.
Press down through the balls of both feet to raise your heels as high as possible off the floor.
Pause briefly at the top of the movement while squeezing your calf muscles.
Lower your heels back down to the starting position in a slow and controlled motion.
Dumbbell Toe Raise FAQs
What muscles does the Dumbbell Toe Raise work?
The Dumbbell Toe Raise mainly works the calves / shins. The main muscles are the gastrocnemius.
What equipment do you need for the Dumbbell Toe Raise?
Dumbbells.
What workout day should the Dumbbell Toe Raise go on?
It belongs on leg day in a push/pull/legs routine.
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