Single Leg Calf Stretch
Description
The single leg calf stretch is a basic standing calf stretch. The lifter steps forward into a long stance and keeps the back leg straight while pressing the back heel into the floor. It stretches the gastrocnemius of the back leg.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Single Leg Calf Stretch Instructions
- Stand facing a wall with hands placed on it for support.
- Step one foot back into a long stance.
- Set the back foot flat on the floor pointing straight ahead.
- Keep the back leg straight and front knee bent.
- Press the hips forward toward the wall.
- Drive the back heel into the floor.
- Hold the stretch with steady breath.
- Step back to standing. Switch legs and repeat.
Single Leg Calf Stretch Form & Visual
Single Leg Calf Stretch Benefits
- Strong calf stretch
- Targets the gastrocnemius
- No equipment needed
- Useful warm-up
- Builds ankle mobility
- Strong cool down
Single Leg Calf Stretch Muscles Worked
- Gastrocnemius
- Soleus
- Calves
Single Leg Calf Stretch Variations & Alternatives
- Standing Calf Stretch
- Downward Dog
- Wall Calf Stretch
- Foam Roll Calf
