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Bend gently. Move freely.

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Illustration showing straight-knee calf stretch

Static stretch

Straight-knee calf stretch

Main calf muscle

Setup
Wall or desk
Focus
Calves

Step by step

  1. Face the support and step one foot backward.
  2. Keep the rear knee straight, heel down, and foot pointing forward while bending the front knee and shifting forward.
  3. Switch legs.

Move slowly. Mild tension is enough; stop if you feel pain.

Review source: NHS flexibility exercises — Calf stretch