How to Do Seated Straight Leg Calf Stretch

Seated Straight Leg Calf Stretch is a calves exercise using bodyweight, listed as beginner in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

Primary muscle

Calves

Equipment

Bodyweight

Difficulty

Beginner

01 / Move with control

How to perform

How to do Seated Straight Leg Calf Stretch

  1. 01Sit on the floor with one leg extended straight and the opposite leg tucked in for support.
  2. 02Flex the foot of the straight leg, pulling the toes back toward the shin to engage the calf.
  3. 03Reach forward with the hand on the same side to grasp the toes or the outer edge of the foot.
  4. 04Maintain a straight knee to ensure the stretch remains focused on the upper calf muscle.
  5. 05Hold the stretch for the prescribed duration while keeping the chest elevated toward the extended leg.

Same guidance shown inside the A90 app

02 / Anatomy

Muscles worked by Seated Straight Leg Calf Stretch

Primary Stabiliser Inactive

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Primary movers

  • Calves Pushes off the ground through the ankle.

Stabilisers

  • Core Stabilises the spine and transfers force.
  • Lower back Stabilises the spine during lifts and bends.
  • Forearms Grips and stabilises the wrist under load.

03 / A90 Coach

A90 Coach tip

Loop a towel or strap around the ball of the foot to help pull the toes toward the shin if hamstring flexibility is limited.

Same coaching engine used inside the A90 app

05 / FAQ

Seated Straight Leg Calf Stretch questions

What muscles does Seated Straight Leg Calf Stretch work?

Seated Straight Leg Calf Stretch is catalogued as a calves exercise in A90 Training Club, with the calves as its primary muscle group.

How do you do Seated Straight Leg Calf Stretch correctly?

Sit on the floor with one leg extended straight and the opposite leg tucked in for support. Flex the foot of the straight leg, pulling the toes back toward the shin to engage the calf. Reach forward with the hand on the same side to grasp the toes or the outer edge of the foot. Maintain a straight knee to ensure the stretch remains focused on the upper calf muscle. Hold the stretch for the prescribed duration while keeping the chest elevated toward the extended leg.

What is the A90 coach tip for Seated Straight Leg Calf Stretch?

Loop a towel or strap around the ball of the foot to help pull the toes toward the shin if hamstring flexibility is limited.

Is Seated Straight Leg Calf Stretch suitable for beginners?

Seated Straight Leg Calf Stretch is rated beginner in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

Do you need equipment for Seated Straight Leg Calf Stretch?

No. Seated Straight Leg Calf Stretch is listed as a bodyweight movement in the A90 catalogue, so you can train it with no kit.

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