Standing Gastrocnemius Calf Stretch

Stretching · Beginner · Calves

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Primary muscles
Calves
Secondary
Hamstrings
Force
Static
Level
Beginner

Muscles worked

Calves

Also works: Hamstrings

How to do itStanding Gastrocnemius Calf Stretch

  1. 1Place your right heel on a step with your knee extended and lean forward to grab your right toe with your right hand. Your left knee should be slightly bent and your back should be straight.
  2. 2Support your weight on your left leg and place your left hand on your left thigh.
  3. 3Pull your right toes toward your knee until you feel a stretch in your calf.

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