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Calves Stretch

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This exercise is a calf stretch performed on stairs. It helps to improve flexibility in the calf muscles, particularly beneficial for athletes and individuals looking to enhance lower body mobility and prevent injuries.

How to do it

  1. Stand on a step with heels hanging off the edge.
  2. Place one foot on a higher step.
  3. Gently lower the other heel to stretch the calf.
  4. Hold the stretch for 15-30 seconds.
  5. Switch legs and repeat.

Muscles worked

Primary Gastrocnemius

Secondary Soleus

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