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ID: Standing_Gastrocnemius_Calf_Stretch

Standing Gastrocnemius Calf Stretch

LEVEL: beginner
Standing Gastrocnemius Calf Stretch

PROTOCOL SPECS

  • CATEGORYstretching
  • MECHANICUNKNOWN
  • FORCEstatic
  • EQUIPMENTBODY ONLY

MUSCLE ENGAGEMENT

PRIMARY TARGETS

calves

SECONDARY TARGETS

hamstrings

EXECUTION PROTOCOL

  1. Place your right heel on a step with your knee extended and lean forward to grab your right toe with your right hand. Your left knee should be slightly bent and your back should be straight.
  2. Support your weight on your left leg and place your left hand on your left thigh.
  3. Pull your right toes toward your knee until you feel a stretch in your calf.