Calf Stretch Hands Against Wall

A lower legs exercise targeting the calves.

Calf Stretch Hands Against Wall demonstration
Calf Stretch Hands Against Wall — demonstration

Body part

Lower Legs

Equipment

Other

Target muscles

Calves

Secondary muscles

How to do Calf Stretch Hands Against Wall

  1. Stand facing a wall from several feet away. Stagger your stance, placing one foot forward.

  2. Lean forward and rest your hands on the wall, keeping your heel, hip and head in a straight line.

  3. Attempt to keep your heel on the ground. Hold for 10-20 seconds and then switch sides.

Muscles worked

Primary (target)

Calves

Secondary

None listed

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