assisted lying calves stretch

A lower legs exercise targeting the calves, performed with assisted.

assisted lying calves stretch demonstration
assisted lying calves stretch — demonstration

Body part

Lower Legs

Equipment

Assisted

Target muscles

Calves

Secondary muscles

Hamstrings

How to do assisted lying calves stretch

  1. Lie on your back with your legs extended.

  2. Bend one knee and place your foot flat on the ground.

  3. Using your hands or a towel, gently pull your toes towards your body, feeling a stretch in your calf.

  4. Hold the stretch for 20-30 seconds.

  5. Release the stretch and repeat on the other leg.

Muscles worked

Primary (target)

Calves

Secondary

Hamstrings

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