Legs·Bodyweight

Seated Calf Stretch

Calves · Bodyweight

Beginner

Body Part

Legs

Equipment

Bodyweight

Level

Beginner

Force

Static

The Seated Calf Stretch is a beginner bodyweight exercise that primarily targets the Calves.

Muscles Worked

Calves primaryHamstrings secondaryLower Back secondary

In Position

Seated Calf Stretch — start position
Start position
Seated Calf Stretch — end position
End position

How to Do the Seated Calf Stretch

  1. 1Sit up straight on an exercise mat.
  2. 2Bend one knee and put that foot on the floor to stabilize the torso.
  3. 3Straighten your other leg and flex your ankle.
  4. 4Using a band, towel, or your hand if you can reach, pull the toes toward you. Hold for 10 to 20 seconds, then switch sides.

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Exercise data from the open-source Free Exercise DB. Library last reviewed June 22, 2026 · How these guides are written