Standing Calf Stretch

Muscles Worked

Primary

Calves

Quick Cues

1

Stand facing a wall

2

Step one foot back

3

Press heel down and lean forward

4

Hold and breathe

Equipment Needed

Bodyweight

Common Mistakes

Not keeping the back knee straight

Bouncing the stretch

Leaning too far forward

Pro Tips

Lie on your back and loop a band around your foot

Pull your leg straight up, keeping it straight, until you feel a stretch

Hold for 30 seconds and breathe into the stretch

Your Progress

Variations

Standing Hamstring Stretch

Seated Hamstring Stretch

Jefferson Curl