Limcogito Toolbox

Seated Calf Stretch

Primary muscles
Calves
Secondary muscles
Hamstrings, Lower back
Equipment
None
Level
Beginner
Category
Stretching

Photos

Seated Calf Stretch - step 1Seated Calf Stretch - step 2

Instructions

  1. Sit up straight on an exercise mat.
  2. Bend one knee and put that foot on the floor to stabilize the torso.
  3. Straighten your other leg and flex your ankle.
  4. Using a band, towel, or your hand if you can reach, pull the toes toward you. Hold for 10 to 20 seconds, then switch sides.

Exercise data and photos from free-exercise-db (Unlicense).