- Stand facing a wall from 3 feet away. Take one step toward the wall with your right foot.
- Place both palms on the wall. Bend your right knee.
- Lean forward, keeping the left leg straight and the left heel on the floor.
- Hold for
5 to 10 seconds. Repeat2 to 3 times, or as instructed. - Another technique is to hold the stretch 5 seconds and then, in stretched position, contract the calf muscle pushing into the wall for 5 seconds. Repeat 2 to 3 times.
- Switch legs and repeat.
Author: Michels, Karen
Author: Wheeler, Brooke
Online Medical Reviewer: Daphne Pierce-Smith RN MSN
Online Medical Reviewer: Raymond Turley Jr PA-C
Online Medical Reviewer: Thomas N Joseph MD
Date Last Reviewed: 09/01/2025
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