Assisted Lying Calves Stretch
- Body part
- Lower legs
- Target muscles
- Primary muscles
- Secondary muscles
- Not listed
- Equipment
- No equipment — bodyweight
- Sports fields
How to perform it
Lie on your back with your legs extended. Bend one knee and place your foot flat on the ground. Using your hands or a towel, gently pull your toes towards your body, feeling a stretch in your calf. Hold the stretch for 20-30 seconds. Release the stretch and repeat on the other leg.
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