Demo & instructions
Bent-Knee Calf Stretch
Also known as: Lower Calf Stretch, Soleus Wall Stretch
Instructions
A wall calf stretch with the back knee bent, which moves the stretch lower down the calf toward the ankle. A useful partner to the straight-knee version.
- Movement
- Stretch
- Type
- Isolation
- Level
- Beginner
- Typical range
- 20–60 sec
Setup
- 1Stand facing a wall with both hands on it at chest height.
- 2Step one foot back a short distance — closer than you would for a straight-knee calf stretch.
- 3Point both feet straight ahead.
Execution
- 1Keep the back heel on the floor and bend that knee, letting it travel forward over the toes.
- 2Sink your weight down slightly until you feel a mild stretch low in the calf.
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Training use
Strength
Muscle building
Endurance
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