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Wall calf stretch

A classic stretch for the calves against a wall, with the back heel pressed down.

Illustration of Wall calf stretch from the StretchUp app

How to do it

  1. Face a wall with hands on it.
  2. Step one foot back and press the heel down.
  3. Lean in until you feel the calf.

Remember

Back heel down, back leg straight.

Take care

Point both feet straight ahead.

Stretch gently and never into pain. StretchUp gives general guidance and is not a medical device.

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