Calf Stretch -

Calf Stretch

Exercise Tips

An exercise mat can be used for comfort
Do not push too far, just until you feel the stretch
Separate your hands and feet farther for a better stretch

Calf Stretch

This exercise stretches your calves and requires no equipment to perform.

Muscle Group

Calves

Frequency

1 Day a Week to
5 Days a Week

Equipment

None

Cardiovascular Benefit

Low

Starting Position: Get down on the ground on your hands and knees, then extend your legs so you are in a table position, feet flat and knees slightly bent. Make sure your hands are shoulder width apart, wrists are under your shoulders and your back is flat.

1 Lift one foot onto the other, placing the top of your foot behind your heel. Lean forward by pushing up on your toes until you feel the stretch in your calf.
2 Hold for about 10 seconds, then return to starting position.
3 Repeat steps one and two with the opposite leg.
4 Repeat this exercise until you have completed all repetitions for the set.

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Calf Stretch

Exercise Tips

Calf Stretch

Muscle Group

Frequency

Equipment

Cardiovascular Benefit

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