How to do a standing calf stretch

calves, Achilles tendon

Muscles worked
calves, Achilles tendon
Where
At home
Equipment
  • No equipment

How to do it

  1. Stand in a long stride, both feet pointing forward, hands on your front thigh or a wall.
  2. Bend the front knee and keep the back leg straight with the heel on the floor.
  3. Lean forward until you feel the back calf stretch. Switch sides halfway.

Do both sides.

Common mistake

Lifting the back heel off the floor.

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