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Summary: Using a post or stool, stretch your calves for 20- to 30-seconds. Find out how to stretch your calves with expert tips from a fitness instructor in this free video about stretching exercises.
Les Whitley is the director of Velocity Sports Performance in Cool Springs, Tennessee. He has 12 years of experience in the field of health and fitness. He is a former ISKA Kickboxing...read more
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"Hi, my name is Les Whitley, today to talk to you about how to stretch the muscles of your calves. The muscles of your calves can be broken up into two separate areas, the upper calf and the lower calf. Stretching the upper calf requires your leg being in a straight position while stretching of the lower back would typically want to have your knee in a bent position. Using a stable object such as post, wall or door frame, extend the leg that you're stretching back away from your body, keeping it straight and align with your upper body. Heels should be on the floor, leaning in using your front leg for stabilization as well as your upper body, lean in till you feel tightness begin in the lower leg. Gradually leaning more in to intensify the stretch, holding anywhere from fifteen to thirty seconds, making sure that you're doing both legs for good balance. The lower leg calf or the lower stretch should be in a bit knee position. Feet staggered slightly one in front of the other, begin by squatting down bending at the knees and hips till you feel that tightness pull in that back leg. Again, the lower calf and tendons which attach the foot. Fifteen up to thirty seconds is a good start. Adding these in the part of your daily routine will help improve flexibility in the calf and minimize the stresses and impact especially if you do a lot of walking on a daily basis."
eHow Article: How to Stretch Your Calves
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