STANDING CALF STRETCH

The standing calf stretch is a wall assisted exercise that is used to target the ankle plantar flexors. The target leg in this exercise is the hind leg. Start by supporting your hands with a wall and separate your legs into a half split stance position. Keep the hind leg’s heel flat against the floor and lean forwards with your hips to engage the muscles in a stretch. Hold this stretch for up to 30 seconds before repeating another repetition.

Muscles involved:

• Calves

  • gastrocnemius

  • soleus

• Achilles tendon

• plantarfascia

Related conditions:

• Achilles tendinitis

• Plantar fasciitis

• Ankle dorsiflexion hypomobility

• anterior ankle impingement

• late stage recovery calf strain

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