Exercises / Lower legs / Calf Push Stretch With Hands Against Wall

Calf Push Stretch With Hands Against Wall

Calf Push Stretch With Hands Against Wall: step-by-step technique, the muscles it works and a demo clip. Equipment: body only.

Video and illustrations: Gym visual, licensed to AIron.Coach.
  • Equipmentbody only
  • Body partlower legs
Primary muscles
calves, hamstrings
Secondary muscles
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How to do it

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

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