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Bench Calf Stretch
A standing stretch with the ball of the foot on a bench edge, dropping the heel to lengthen the calf.
What this exercise works
- Muscles
- gastrocnemius · soleus
- Goals
- mobility
- Equipment
- Flat bench
- Category
- Stretching
- Difficulty
- beginner
Demonstration
Step 1
How to perform the movement
- Place the ball of one foot on the edge of a bench.
- Keep that knee straight.
- Let your heel drop down below the toes.
- Hold for 20 to 30 seconds, breathing steadily.
- Switch sides and repeat.
Technique cues and common mistakes
- Hold the bench or a wall for balance.
- Keep the movement slow and controlled.