Standing Peroneus Muscles Stretch
Description
The standing peroneus muscles stretch is a targeted stretch for the peroneal muscles on the outer side of the lower leg. The lifter crosses one foot behind the other and presses the outer ankle of the back foot into the floor. It is useful for runners.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Standing Peroneus Muscles Stretch Instructions
- Stand tall near a wall for support.
- Cross one foot behind the other so the feet are stacked.
- Place the back foot just behind the front foot.
- Press down on the outside edge of the back foot.
- Brace your core and keep the chest tall.
- Shift the hips slightly toward the front foot side to deepen.
- Hold the stretch with steady breath.
- Release. Switch sides and repeat.
Standing Peroneus Muscles Stretch Form & Visual
Standing Peroneus Muscles Stretch Benefits
- Stretches the peroneals
- Useful for runners
- No equipment needed
- Builds ankle mobility
- Strong cool down stretch
- Easy to do anywhere
Standing Peroneus Muscles Stretch Muscles Worked
- Peroneals
- Calves
- Tibialis posterior
Standing Peroneus Muscles Stretch Variations & Alternatives
- Calf Stretch
- Tibialis Stretch
- Foam Roll Calf
- Single Leg Calf Stretch
