CalvesBeginner

Standing Gastrocnemius Calf Stretch

Stretching movement using No Equipment.

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Muscle guide

See the primary and supporting muscles.

The stronger highlight marks the main muscle associated with this movement. The lighter highlight marks supporting muscles.

Primary CalvesSupporting Hamstrings

Movement instructions

1
Place your right heel on a step with your knee extended and lean forward to grab your right toe with your right hand. Your left knee should be slightly bent and your back should be straight.
2
Support your weight on your left leg and place your left hand on your left thigh.
3
Pull your right toes toward your knee until you feel a stretch in your calf.

Technique guidance

Breathe slowly and evenly. Exhale as you ease into a comfortable range, and never use the breath to force a deeper position.

Use only a comfortable range; a stretch may feel like tension but should not feel sharp or joint-specific.
Come out of the position slowly and use support when balance is limited.

General guidance matched from movement type and equipment; it is not individualized coaching or medical advice.

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