Exercise library · Calves
Standing Gastrocnemius Stretch
The Standing Gastrocnemius Stretch is a bodyweight and wall 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
- Bodyweight, Wall
- Body part
- Lower legs
Step by step
- Stand facing a wall and place your hands on it at shoulder height.
- Step one leg back while keeping the heel flat on the floor.
- Bend the front knee and lean forward to stretch the back calf.
- Keep the back knee straight and toes pointing forward.
- Hold the stretch for the desired duration.
- Maintain slow, steady breathing.
- Switch legs and repeat.
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