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Animated demonstration of the standing calves calf stretch exercise, targeting the Calves using Body weight.

standing calves calf stretch

Body part
Lower legs
Equipment
Body weight
Target muscle
Calves
Secondary muscles
hamstringsglutes

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Stand facing a wall or sturdy object, about an arm's length away.

  2. Step 2: Place your hands on the wall or object at shoulder height.

  3. Step 3: Step back with one foot, keeping your heel flat on the ground.

  4. Step 4: Bend your front knee slightly and lean forward, keeping your back leg straight.

  5. Step 5: You should feel a stretch in your calf muscle.

  6. Step 6: Hold the stretch for 20-30 seconds.

  7. Step 7: Repeat on the other leg.

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