Peak Health

Seated Hamstring and Calf Stretch

Hamstrings · Calves · Bodyweight

Seated Hamstring and Calf Stretch, startSeated Hamstring and Calf Stretch, end

How to do it

  1. Loop a belt, rope, or band around one foot. Sit down with both legs extended . This will be your starting position.
  2. Leaning forward slightly, pull on the belt to draw the toes of your foot back. Hold this position for 10-20 seconds and then repeat with the other leg.
Primary muscle
Hamstrings
Secondary muscles
Calves
Equipment
Bodyweight
Sides
One side at a time

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