How to do it
Press your heels away from your body as you pull the toes.
- 1
Sit on the floor with your legs extended in front of you.
- 2
Reach forward and gently pull your toes towards you, keeping your knees straight.
- 3
Hold the stretch for 15-30 seconds, feeling a stretch in your calf muscles.
- 4
Release and repeat 2-3 times for each leg.
Expert tip
Keep your back straight and lean forward from the hips rather than rounding your back to maintain proper form.
Common mistakes
- ✕Bending the knees during the stretch
- ✕Jerking the toes sharply toward the body