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Exercises / Calf stretch

Calf stretch GIF

Figure

Male figure; the female figure follows.

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Worked muscles

  • CalvesMusculus triceps surae
  • HamstringsMusculi ischiocrurales
  • AbsMusculus rectus abdominis
  • ShouldersMusculus deltoideus
  • Front shouldersMusculus deltoideus, pars clavicularis
Equipment
No equipment
Level
beginner
Loop
One repetition, 2.5 seconds

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Part of the stretch pack, all 16 stretch variations: male figure (the female figure follows), GIF, WebP and MP4 at 480 and 720 px, commercial license.

Get the stretch pack, $29Whole library, $249

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  -H "Authorization: Bearer $EXERCISEGIF_KEY"

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How to do a calf stretch

  1. Start in a high plank position with hands shoulder-width apart and arms straight
  2. Step your left foot slightly forward while keeping your right leg extended behind you
  3. Press your right heel down toward the ground to intensify the calf stretch
  4. Keep your core engaged and maintain a straight line from head to heels
  5. Hold the position for 20-30 seconds while breathing steadily
  6. Switch sides to stretch the opposite calf

Form tips

  • Keep your hands firmly planted and shoulders directly over your wrists for stability
  • Focus on pressing the heel of the back leg down to maximize the calf stretch
  • Maintain core engagement throughout to prevent sagging hips or arching back
  • Breathe deeply and avoid holding your breath during the stretch
  • If the stretch feels too intense, slightly bend the back knee to reduce tension

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