Hamstrings
Standing Hamstring and Calf Stretch
A standing stretch with your heel on a raised surface and toes pulled back to lengthen the hamstring and calf.
Primary musclesHamstrings
Setup
- 1Stand facing a step, bench or low surface.
- 2Place one heel on it with the leg straight and toes pointing up.
How to perform
- 1Hinge forward at the hips with a flat back.
- 2Reach toward your toes without rounding.
- 3Feel the stretch in the back of the leg.
- 4Hold for 20-30 seconds, then switch legs.
