How to Stretch Your Upper Calves Before Nordic Skiing

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Stretching your calves increases flexibility in your ankles. This is important because your ankles play a vital role in Nordic skiing. The upper calf stretch is beneficial as both a warm-up and a cool-down stretch.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

Cross-country Ski Equipment
Ski Clothing

Step 1

Stand an arm's length away from a solid object such as a wall or a tree.
Step 2

Place your palms flat against the surface.
Step 3

Take a step or two backwards, so that much of your weight is pressed against the wall or tree.
Step 4

Stand on just your left leg, keeping your knee locked and your heel on the ground.
Step 5

Place your right foot on your left ankle.
Step 6

Let your hips drop toward the ground until you feel your upper calf stretching. If you don't feel the stretch, try taking another step backwards.
Step 7

Hold this position for 10 to 12 seconds.
Step 8

Switch from your left leg to your right leg.
Step 9

Repeat the stretch.