Seated Calf Stretch

A lower legs exercise targeting the calves.

Seated Calf Stretch demonstration
Seated Calf Stretch — demonstration

Body part

Lower Legs

Equipment

Other

Target muscles

Calves

Secondary muscles

Hamstrings, Lower Back

How to do Seated Calf Stretch

  1. Sit up straight on an exercise mat.

  2. Bend one knee and put that foot on the floor to stabilize the torso.

  3. Straighten your other leg and flex your ankle.

  4. Using a band, towel, or your hand if you can reach, pull the toes toward you. Hold for 10 to 20 seconds, then switch sides.

Muscles worked

Primary (target)

Calves

Secondary

HamstringsLower Back

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