Standing Gastrocnemius Calf Stretch

Standing Gastrocnemius Calf Stretch

Description

This exercise involves standing with one foot behind the other and pressing the back heel down to stretch the calf muscle. It helps improve flexibility and range of motion in the calf muscles.

Muscle Group

Equipment Required

Standing Gastrocnemius Calf Stretch Instructions

  1. Stand facing a wall with your hands on the wall at shoulder height.
  2. Step back with one foot, keeping your heel on the ground.
  3. Bend your front knee and keep your back leg straight.
  4. Lean forward, keeping your back heel on the ground and feeling the stretch in your calf.
  5. Hold the stretch for 15-30 seconds.
  6. Switch legs and repeat the stretch.

Standing Gastrocnemius Calf Stretch Form & Visual

Standing Gastrocnemius Calf Stretch

Standing Gastrocnemius Calf Stretch Benefits

  • Improves flexibility and range of motion in the calf muscles
  • Reduces the risk of injury in the lower leg and ankle
  • Relieves tension and tightness in the calf muscles
  • Helps to improve balance and stability
  • Can be done anywhere without any equipment

Standing Gastrocnemius Calf Stretch Muscles Worked

  • Gastrocnemius
  • Soleus

Standing Gastrocnemius Calf Stretch Variations & Alternatives

  • Seated Gastrocnemius Calf Stretch
  • Wall Gastrocnemius Calf Stretch
  • Stair Gastrocnemius Calf Stretch
  • Donkey Calf Raise
  • Single Leg Calf Raise