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calf stretch with hands against wall

calf stretch with hands against wall exercise guide with muscles, equipment, animation and step-by-step instructions. Target: calves. Equipment: body weight.

calf stretch with hands against wall exercise demonstration
Target muscle
calves
Muscle group
hamstrings
Body part
lower legs
Equipment
body weight

Secondary muscles

hamstrings

How to perform

  1. Stand facing a wall with your feet hip-width apart.
  2. Place your hands against the wall at shoulder height.
  3. Step your right foot back, keeping your heel on the ground and your leg straight.
  4. Bend your left knee and lean forward, keeping your back leg straight and your heel on the ground.
  5. Hold the stretch for 20-30 seconds.
  6. Switch legs and repeat the stretch.