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Assisted Lying Calves Stretch

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Beginner

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Primary: Calves accessibility Lower Legs
Hamstrings

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Assisted

Category

flexibility

Mechanic

isolation

Cal/min

3.1

Force

push

Assisted Lying Calves Stretch is a beginner single-joint isolation pushing exercise targeting the Calves in the Lower Legs region. Performed using assisted, it falls under the flexibility category. Secondary muscles engaged include Hamstrings.

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1

Lie on your back with your legs extended.

2

Bend one knee and place your foot flat on the ground.

3

Using your hands or a towel, gently pull your toes towards your body, feeling a stretch in your calf.

4

Hold the stretch for 20-30 seconds.

5

Release the stretch and repeat on the other leg.

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