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Calves

Standing Gastrocnemius Calf Stretch

Standing Gastrocnemius Calf Stretch (Start)Standing Gastrocnemius Calf Stretch (End)
LevelBeginnerForceStatic

A wall stretch that targets the large calf muscle with the rear leg straight.

Stretching
Primary musclesCalves
Secondary musclesHamstrings

Setup

  1. 1Stand facing a wall and place your hands on it.
  2. 2Step one leg back, keeping it straight with the heel down.

How to perform

  1. 1Bend the front knee and lean forward gently.
  2. 2Keep your back heel on the floor and your toes forward.
  3. 3Feel the stretch in the upper calf.
  4. 4Hold for 20-30 seconds, then switch legs.

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