Calf Stretch with Hands Against Wall
Description
The calf stretch with hands against the wall is a classic standing calf stretch. With the hands on the wall and one foot stepped back, pressing the heel down lengthens the calves and Achilles.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Calf Stretch with Hands Against Wall Instructions
- Stand facing a wall about an arm length away.
- Place both hands on the wall at shoulder height.
- Step one foot back keeping the leg straight.
- Plant the back heel firmly on the floor.
- Bend the front knee and lean toward the wall.
- Feel the stretch in the back calf and Achilles.
- Keep the back heel pressed down throughout.
- Hold the stretch for the desired duration then switch sides.
Calf Stretch with Hands Against Wall Form & Visual
Calf Stretch with Hands Against Wall Benefits
- Lengthens the calves and Achilles tendon.
- Improves ankle mobility.
- No equipment needed beyond a wall.
- Easy to perform anywhere.
- Carryover to squat depth and running mechanics.
- Reduces calf tightness.
Calf Stretch with Hands Against Wall Muscles Worked
- Calves
- Gastrocnemius
- Soleus
- Tibialis posterior
Calf Stretch with Hands Against Wall Variations & Alternatives
- Downward Dog
- Wall Calf Stretch
- Soleus Stretch
- Standing Calf Raise
