How to do a Prone Calf Stretch
Reviewed by Jim Parker, CPT, B.A. Kinesiology
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Prone Calf Stretch is an isolation stretch that targets the calf muscles. This stretch involves lying face down and pulling your toes towards your shin to elongate the calf. It's an excellent way to improve flexibility and relieve tension in the calf muscles. This is particularly beneficial post-workout to aid recovery and reduce muscle soreness.
- Place your hands on the ground with your arms extended underneath your shoulders and raise your torso and hips off the ground to create a straight line from your shoulders to your heels.
- Place your left foot overtop of your right heel and slightly bend your right knee while slowly pushing your right heel backwards until you feel a comfortable stretch in your right calf.
- Hold the position for 15-30 seconds and repeat with the opposite side.
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