Exercise technique

calf push stretch with hands against wall

The calf push stretch with hands against wall is a bodyweight exercise that targets the calves and also stretches the hamstrings. It is performed by standing facing a wall, placing your hands against it, stepping one foot back, and leaning forward to stretch the calf muscle.

How do you perform this exercise?

  1. Stand facing a wall with your feet hip-width apart.
  2. Place your hands against the wall at shoulder height.
  3. Step back with one foot, keeping your heel on the ground and your leg straight.
  4. Bend your front knee slightly and lean forward, feeling a stretch in your calf.
  5. Hold the stretch for 20-30 seconds.
  6. Switch legs and repeat the stretch.

Which other muscles are involved?

Hamstrings.

How do you log your sets?

How do you track progressive overload?

Source: ExerciseDB catalogue and demonstration. Related movements are options to compare, not equivalent loads or a prescribed progression.

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