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Calf Stretch Hands Against Wall

How to do the Calf Stretch Hands Against Wall with correct form, the muscles it works, and where it fits a training plan you actually stick to.

IsolationBeginnerStatic
Primary muscles

Calves

Secondary

Equipment

Bodyweight

Step by step

How to do the Calf Stretch Hands Against Wall

  1. 1

    Stand facing a wall from several feet away. Stagger your stance, placing one foot forward.

  2. 2

    Lean forward and rest your hands on the wall, keeping your heel, hip and head in a straight line.

  3. 3

    Attempt to keep your heel on the ground. Hold for 10-20 seconds and then switch sides.

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