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Wall Calf Stretch

The Wall Calf Stretch stretches the calves. Hold it with mild tension, never pain, and keep breathing.

Equipment: No equipment · More stretches

The animated figure highlights the muscles worked.

How to do it

  1. Hands on a wall, one foot stepped back
  2. Back leg straight, heel pressed down
  3. Lean in until you feel the calf

How much to do

What BindTrue’s stretching plans use, by experience:

Beginner
2 × 30 s each side
Some experience
2 × 30 s each side
Experienced
3 × 45 s each side

Watch technique videos on YouTube (opens in a new tab)

Alternatives

Same job, different tools: swap in one of these when the equipment is busy or the movement doesn’t suit you.

Used in these programs

Stop if you feel sharp or joint pain. New to training, or coming back from an injury? Start light and ask a qualified coach or physical therapist to check your form.