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Calf Stretch with Rope
The Calf Stretch with Rope is a rope exercise that targets the calves, with the ankles assisting. Follow the 7 steps below and watch the demo to check your form.
- Target muscles
- Calves
- Also works
- Ankles
- Equipment
- Rope
- Body part
- Lower legs
Step by step
- Sit on the floor with one leg extended forward and the other bent for support.
- Loop a rope around the ball of your extended foot.
- Gently pull the rope toward you while keeping your knee straight.
- Feel the stretch along your calf without forcing the movement.
- Hold the stretch for the desired duration.
- Maintain steady breathing and keep your torso upright.
- Switch legs and repeat.
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