Calf Stretch with Hands Against Wall
Hands on a wall, one leg steps back straight with the heel down and the body leans in until the calf stretches; held for time.
How to do it
Setup
Facing a wall, hands on it, one foot a long step behind, toes forward.
Steps
- Keep the back knee straight and its heel pressed down.
- Bend the front knee and lean in until the back calf stretches.
- Hold and breathe, then switch legs.
Common mistakes
Back heel lifting: shorten the step until it stays down. Back foot turned out: point the toes straight at the wall. Bending the back knee: the stretch slides off the calf's surface muscle; keep it straight.
Breathing
Slow and even through the hold.
