seated calf stretch (male)
seated calf stretch (male) exercise guide with muscles, equipment, animation and step-by-step instructions. Target: calves. Equipment: body weight.
- Target muscle
- calves
- Muscle group
- hamstrings
- Body part
- lower legs
- Equipment
- body weight
Secondary muscles
hamstrings
How to perform
- Sit on the edge of a chair or bench with your feet flat on the ground.
- Extend one leg straight out in front of you, keeping your heel on the ground.
- Lean forward slightly, feeling a stretch in your calf muscle.
- Hold the stretch for 20-30 seconds.
- Switch legs and repeat the stretch.