Outer Calf Stretch

 

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Using any raised platform, support your forefoot and press your heel down. Don't bounce. Hold for six seconds, release, repeat, then switch sides. This will also pick up the gastrocnemius - the inteior calf muscles - and the hamstring.

Prone Calf Stretch

Primary Muscle Group: Calves

Muscle Groups Worked in This Exercise:  Calves

Preparation: Lean forward and bend at the hips so that your arms extend out and touch the ground. Keep your feet on the floor along with your hands. 

Breathing:  Breath throughout the exercise stretch movement

Inner Calf Stretch

Using any flat surface, flex your ankle with your leg straight. Hold for six seconds, release, repeat, then switch sides. This will also pick up the soleus (outer calf) and the hamstring.