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
How to Do the Seated Calf Stretch
- 1Sit up straight on an exercise mat.
- 2Bend one knee and put that foot on the floor to stabilize the torso.
- 3Straighten your other leg and flex your ankle.
- 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.
Related Exercises
Exercise data from the open-source Free Exercise DB.