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Soleus Bent-Knee Calf Stretch

Stand with one foot back, bend the back knee while keeping the heel flat on the floor to isolate the deep soleus muscle beneath the gastrocnemius. Alternate sides.

30s each sideBeginnerStandingEquipment: Wall

How to do the Soleus Bent-Knee Calf Stretch

  1. Stand with one foot back.
  2. Bend the back knee while keeping the heel flat on the floor to isolate the deep soleus muscle beneath the gastrocnemius. Alternate sides.

What it targets

Primary muscle groups: Calves, Knees.

Commonly included in conservative-care programs for: Plantar Fasciitis, Ankle Sprain.

Body Fix walks you through the Soleus Bent-Knee Calf Stretch with a guided timer, demo video, and progressions. Free on iOS.

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