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Lying Calf Stretch

Expert Advice

Ensure you keep your knee straight to effectively stretch the calf muscles.

How-to-do Steps

  1. Lie on your back and extend one leg up towards the ceiling.
  2. Loop a towel or resistance band around the ball of your foot.
  3. Gently pull on the towel or band to bring your toes towards your body.
  4. Hold the stretch for 20-30 seconds.
  5. Switch legs and repeat.

Details

Primary
Calves
Calves100%
Secondary
100%Calves
Equipment
Body weight
Body weight
Exercise Type
Stretching