Hands Down Calf Stretch -

Hands Down 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

Hands Down 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: Stand with your feet shoulder width apart, toes pointing forward. Lean down and touch the ground with your fingers, bending your knees.

1 Keeping your fingers on the ground and knees bent, kick one leg back about 1.5 feet and lower your heel until you feel a stretch in your calf..
2 Hold for ten seconds, then return back 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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Hands Down Calf Stretch

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Hands Down Calf Stretch

Muscle Group

Frequency

Equipment

Cardiovascular Benefit

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