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Calves.

Standing Calf Stretch - Gastrocnemius (main muscle)

Calves

Beginner

Static

Stand facing a wall, arms extended. Place one leg back with heel on the ground, leg straight. Lean forward until you feel a stretch in the calf.

Standing Calf Stretch - Soleus (near ankle)

Calves

Beginner

Static

Stand facing a wall, arms extended. Place one leg back, slightly bend the knee, and keep heel on the ground. Lean forward gently.

Seated Calf Stretch

Calves

Beginner

Static

Sit on the floor with legs extended. Reach for your toes, keeping your legs straight. If you can't reach, use a towel or strap around your feet.

Calf Raises (Double Leg)

Calves

Beginner

Dynamic

Stand with feet hip-width apart. Rise up onto the balls of your feet, lifting your heels. Slowly lower back down.

Foam Rolling Calves

Calves

Beginner

SMR

Sit on the floor with legs extended, and place the foam roller under your calves. Use your hands to lift your hips off the floor and roll back and forth from just below the knee to just above the ankle.

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