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seated calf stretch (male)

Novice
seated calf stretch (male)

How to do it

  1. 1Sit on the edge of a chair or bench with your feet flat on the ground.
  2. 2Extend one leg straight out in front of you, keeping your heel on the ground.
  3. 3Lean forward slightly, feeling a stretch in your calf muscle.
  4. 4Hold the stretch for 20-30 seconds.
  5. 5Switch legs and repeat the stretch.

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Front
Back
  • Primary
  • Secondary
  • Tertiary
Target
Calves
Body Part
Calves
Equipment
Body Weight
Difficulty
Novice
Force
Static
Grips
None
Mechanic
Isolation
Secondary
Hamstrings

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