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Standing Gastrocnemius Calf Stretch

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Standing Gastrocnemius Calf Stretch — Body Weight Calves exercise demonstration
Standing Gastrocnemius Calf Stretch — Body Weight Calves exercise demonstration
Body part
Lower Legs
Target
Calves
Equipment
Body Weight
Secondary
Hamstrings

Instructions

  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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