Static Stretches — Lower Body
Calf Stretch (Wall)
Wall calf stretch targeting the gastrocnemius to lengthen the calf and prevent Achilles tendon injuries.
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Wall calf stretch targeting the gastrocnemius to lengthen the calf and prevent Achilles tendon injuries.
Soleus stretch with bent knee targeting the deep calf layer to improve ankle dorsiflexion.
Plantar fascia massage with a lacrosse ball releases the plantar fascia and relieves heel pain.
Calf foam rolling releases the gastrocnemius and soleus, improving ankle flexibility and walking quality.
Ankle circles mobilize the talocrural joint in all directions, improving proprioception and preventing sprains.
The knee-to-wall test improves ankle dorsiflexion, essential for squatting, running and knee injury prevention.
The deep squat is the ancestral resting position that simultaneously mobilizes hips, ankles and thoracic spine.