Hominin · exercise
Standing Gastrocnemius Calf Stretch
Standing Gastrocnemius Calf Stretch is a beginner stretching exercise. It works the calves, with help from the hamstrings.
beginnerotherstatic movementstretching
- Main muscles
- calves
- Also works
- hamstrings
How to do it
- Place 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.
- Support your weight on your left leg and place your left hand on your left thigh.
- Pull your right toes toward your knee until you feel a stretch in your calf.
Watch a form tutorial on YouTube · Search Hominin for it
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General information, not medical advice: start light, learn the movement before adding weight, and ask a qualified coach or doctor if you are injured or unsure. Exercise data from the Free Exercise DB (public domain).