How to stretch your calves and shins
Calves (Gastrocnemius and soleus)
- Stand in a forward stance with one foot placed in front of the other and the knees slightly bent.
- Contract the abdominals and maintain a neutral spinal posture.
- The shoulders should be relaxed and the head should remain as a natural extension of the spine.
- Extend the back leg to the point where mild tension felt in the calf as the heel is placed on the floor.
- Hold the stretch for 20 - 30 seconds and then repeat with the other leg in the front.
- Stand with the feet hip distance apart with the knees slightly bent.
- Contract the abdominals and maintain a neutral spinal posture.
- The shoulders should be relaxed and the head should remain as a natural extension of the spine.
- Using a wall or chair to support you, place the toe of one foot down on the floor.
- Hold for 20 - 30 seconds and then repeat with the other foot.
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