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Calf Stretch With Hands Against Wall

An exercise for the Lower Legs - correct movement demonstrated with detailed steps.

Body partLower Legs Target muscleCalves EquipmentBody Weight

Step by step

  1. Stand facing a wall with your feet hip-width apart.
  2. Place your hands against the wall at shoulder height.
  3. Step your right foot back, keeping your heel on the ground and your leg straight.
  4. Bend your left knee and lean forward, keeping your back leg straight and your heel on the ground.
  5. Hold the stretch for 20-30 seconds.
  6. Switch legs and repeat the stretch.

Muscles worked

Calves (primary)Hamstrings

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