calf stretch with hands against wall
calf stretch with hands against wall — highlighted muscle: calves

Muscles worked

calves, hamstrings

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calf stretch with hands against wall

Body part
lower legs
Equipment
body weight
Target muscle
calves
Muscle group
hamstrings

Secondary muscles

hamstrings

How to perform it

  1. 1

    Stand facing a wall with your feet hip-width apart.

  2. 2

    Place your hands against the wall at shoulder height.

  3. 3

    Step your right foot back, keeping your heel on the ground and your leg straight.

  4. 4

    Bend your left knee and lean forward, keeping your back leg straight and your heel on the ground.

  5. 5

    Hold the stretch for 20-30 seconds.

  6. 6

    Switch legs and repeat the stretch.

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