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How to do Calf Stretch With Rope

A calf stretch using a rope or strap around the ball of the foot. Pulling the rope draws your toes toward you and lengthens the calf, and the rope lets you control exactly how deep the stretch goes.

Calf Stretch With Rope demonstration
Primary muscle
Calves
Also works
Hamstrings
Equipment
Rope
Level
Beginner
Category
Legs

How to do Calf Stretch With Rope, step by step

  1. Stand facing a wall or sturdy object with your feet hip-width apart.
  2. Hold the ends of the rope in each hand and place the middle of the rope around the ball of your right foot.
  3. Step back with your left foot, keeping your heel on the ground and your leg straight.
  4. Lean forward, keeping your back straight, and gently pull on the rope to stretch your calf.
  5. Hold the stretch for 20-30 seconds, then release.
  6. Repeat on the other leg.

Muscles worked

Calf Stretch With Rope works your calves as the main mover, with help from your hamstrings.

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